NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which comment made by a client who is taking aspirin is most likely related to adverse effects of drug therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Buzzing in the ears (tinnitus) is a common adverse effect of aspirin, indicating potential toxicity.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously. Which needle size is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A 25-gauge, 5/8-inch needle is appropriate for subcutaneous injections like heparin to minimize tissue trauma.
Question 3 of 5
A physician orders 2 mg/kg of a drug. If the client weighs 88 pounds, how many milligrams of the medication should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 88 pounds ÷ 2.2 = 40 kg; 2 mg/kg × 40 kg = 80 mg.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse assists with the delivery of a stillborn infant who is gestationally small with a malformed cranium. To promote the parents' grieving process, which nursing action is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Allowing parents to see and touch the stillborn infant facilitates grieving by making the loss tangible and fostering closure.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of dementia. Which approach promotes communication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Simple, clear sentences enhance understanding in clients with dementia.