NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What question should the nurse ask the client who presents for an MRI test?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Metal in the body (e.g., implants) is contraindicated for MRI due to magnetic interference, making this question essential. Allergies, fasting, or laxatives are less relevant.
Question 2 of 5
A 65-year-old female client is experiencing postmenopausal bleeding. Which type of physician should this client be encouraged to see?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A gynecologist specializes in female reproductive health and is best suited to evaluate postmenopausal bleeding, which may indicate serious conditions like endometrial cancer. Coordinated Care
Question 3 of 5
A client with moderate pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) is a poor candidate for regional anesthesia during labor and delivery. If she were to receive this form of anesthesia, she might experience:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In a client with PIH, uteroplacental perfusion may be inadequate and gas exchange may be poor. Regional anesthesia increases the risk of hypotension resulting from sympathetic blockade, possibly causing fetal and maternal hypoxia. Hypertension, seizures, and renal toxicity aren't associated with regional anesthesia.
Extract:
A 25-year-old young male comes into the ER following a motorbike accident. Upon obtaining a recent history, the patient states he fell in the ground and hit his head on the pavement. He reports that he was unconscious for 15 seconds and then confused for several minutes.
Question 4 of 5
What is the first diagnostic test to perform on this patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A CT scan must be performed as soon as possible to rule out a cerebral hemorrhage. Blurred vision and loss of consciousness may indicate a severe brain injury.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse assesses the development of a three-month-old boy in the well-baby clinic. Which of the following behaviors, if observed by the nurse, would be UNEXPECTED?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grasping objects is expected around 6 months, not 3 months, making this behavior unexpected. Holding the head erect (
A), turning to sound (
C), and spontaneous smiling (
D) are typical for a 3-month-old.