NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which culturally sensitive nursing technique is best for determining whether a male Jewish client follows the religious orthodox customs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inquiring about dietary preferences (e.g., kosher laws) is a sensitive way to assess adherence to Orthodox Jewish customs.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of breast cancer is receiving tamoxifen. Which side effect should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hot flashes are a common side effect of tamoxifen due to its anti-estrogenic effects.
Question 3 of 5
In an adult client, the nurse plans to administer 2 mL of medication I.M. Which technique is most accurate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The deltoid muscle is appropriate for 2 mL IM injections in adults, using a 1-1.5" needle at a 90-degree angle for proper muscle penetration.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected hypokalemia. Which finding supports this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Muscle weakness is a common sign of hypokalemia due to impaired muscle function.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of pancreatitis reports severe abdominal pain. Which position should the nurse encourage?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Side-lying with knees flexed reduces tension on the pancreas, alleviating pain.