NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When preparing a client for insertion of a nasogastric (NG) tube, how should the nurse position the client's neck to facilitate introducing the tube into the nostril?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flexing the neck aligns the nasopharynx and esophagus, easing the passage of the NG tube through the nostril and reducing discomfort.
Question 2 of 5
A client with Parkinson's disease is prescribed levodopa-carbidopa. Which side effect should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Levodopa-carbidopa can cause orthostatic hypotension due to its effects on the autonomic nervous system, increasing the risk of falls.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of hypertension about medication adherence. Which statement indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking antihypertensive medication as prescribed daily ensures consistent blood pressure control and prevents complications.
Question 4 of 5
When a client with type 1 diabetes comes to the clinic for a routine visit, which question should the nurse plan to ask in relation to possible complications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Type 1 diabetes increases the risk of diabetic retinopathy, so asking about recent eye exams helps screen for this vision-threatening complication.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of chronic pain is prescribed oxycodone. Which instruction should the nurse include to prevent complications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oxycodone can cause drowsiness and impaired judgment, so avoiding driving prevents accidents and ensures client safety.