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
Which psychological or personality factor is likely to predispose an individual to medication abuse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Low self-esteem and repressed rage as well as depression can predispose an individual to search for solace in addictive medications. Usually, medications are used to minimize or blot out pain, rather than inflict additional pain. Personality disorders don't predispose a client to medication abuse; however, personality disorders, especially the antisocial ones, may be intensified by abuse.
Extract:
An assessment of a 6-month-old infant's growth and development level should reveal that the infant can:
Question 3 of 5
An assessment of a 6-month-old infant's growth and development level should reveal that the infant can:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: At 6 months, infants can hold a bottle, a developmental milestone.
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Question 4 of 5
An adult is receiving external radiation therapy. What should the nurse include in the teaching plan about care of the skin at the radiation site?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding washing the radiated skin prevents irritation and damage to the sensitive area. Dressings, showers, or ice may exacerbate skin breakdown.
Question 5 of 5
A 20-year-old obese female client is preparing to have gastric bypass surgery for weight loss. She says to the nurse, 'I need this surgery because nothing else I have done has helped me to lose weight.' Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Respecting the client's informed decision for surgery demonstrates empathy and professionalism. The other responses are judgmental or dismissive of her situation. Physiological Adaptation