NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When teaching a postmenopausal client about breast self-examination, which instruction by the nurse is most accurate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Performing breast self-examination on the first day of the month provides a consistent schedule for postmenopausal women, as hormonal fluctuations no longer affect breast tissue.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a nasogastric tube. Which action prevents complications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Securing the nasogastric tube to the nose prevents dislodgement, which could lead to aspiration or incorrect placement.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of hypothyroidism is prescribed levothyroxine. Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: TSH levels are monitored to assess the effectiveness of levothyroxine therapy and ensure proper thyroid hormone replacement.
Question 4 of 5
An elderly client presents to the physician's office with symptoms of a respiratory infection. Which of the following risk factors increases the client's susceptibility to pneumonia? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, E, F
Rationale: Smoking and alcohol impair immune defenses, a decreased cough force reduces mucus clearance, and deteriorating cilia hinder pathogen removal, all increasing pneumonia risk.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of atrial fibrillation is prescribed digoxin. Which assessment finding indicates digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nausea and blurred vision are classic signs of digoxin toxicity, indicating the need to withhold the dose and notify the physician.