NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When a client becomes angry and shouts at the nurse because of a dislike for food that was served, which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Listening attentively allows the client to vent frustrations, de-escalates the situation, and fosters therapeutic communication.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about self-administration of insulin. Which site is most appropriate for insulin injection?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The abdomen has consistent subcutaneous tissue and rapid absorption, making it ideal for insulin injections.
Question 3 of 5
What are the priorities when planning the care of a 75-year-old hospitalized client who develops pneumonia? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,E,F
Rationale: Maintaining oxygenation addresses hypoxia, a critical issue in pneumonia. Administering antibiotics promptly and obtaining blood cultures ensure timely treatment and accurate diagnosis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected hypokalemia. Which finding supports this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Muscle weakness is a common sign of hypokalemia due to impaired muscle function.
Question 5 of 5
Which instruction regarding rescue breathing is important to include in the parent-teaching plan when a newborn is at risk for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For infant rescue breathing, covering the nose and mouth and blowing just enough air to make the chest rise ensures effective ventilation without overinflation.