NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Nitroglycerin SL is prescribed for anginal pain.
Question 1 of 5
When teaching how to use nitroglycerin, the nurse tells the client to place 1 tablet under the tongue when pain occurs and to repeat the dose in 5 minutes if pain persists. The nurse should also tell the client to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Anginal pain, which can be anticipated during certain activities, may be prevented by dilating the coronary arteries immediately before engaging in activity, and an additional tablet post-attack can prevent recurrence.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department who presents with a complaint of fatigue and shortness of breath. Which physical assessment findings if noted by the nurse warrants a need for follow up?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A reddish purple mark on the neck (e.g., bruising or petechiae) with fatigue and shortness of breath may indicate a hematologic or cardiovascular issue, requiring follow-up. Reddened sclera, scalp flaking, or rashes are less urgent and unrelated to the primary symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A 6-year old is diagnosed with scarlet fever. Which oral manifestation is associated with scarlet fever?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Scarlet fever causes a characteristic strawberry tongue (red or white-coated). White spots suggest thrush, grayish membranes indicate diphtheria, and black tongue is unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for an older adult client who has been on bed rest for two weeks because she has had the flu. The nurse should carefully observe the client for which possible complications? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Prolonged bed rest increases risks of muscle atrophy, joint contractures, urinary retention, constipation, and footdrop due to immobility.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a correctly stated nursing diagnosis for a client with abruptio placentae?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abruptio placentae causes hemorrhage due to premature placental separation, leading to fluid volume deficit, a major nursing concern. Infection (
A) is unrelated, and choices B and C are incorrectly phrased nursing diagnoses.