NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which fetal heart monitor pattern can indicate cord compression?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Variable decelerations are associated with umbilical cord compression, which can intermittently reduce fetal blood flow. The other patterns are related to different fetal conditions. Reduction of Risk Potential
Extract:
John H is a 66-year-old man with a history of heavy smoking presented himself to the ER due to difficulty breathing of 2 years duration. Mr. H was also diagnosed with effusion of the right lung. He is now scheduled for chest tube insertion.
Question 2 of 5
The level of the water in the water-seal chamber is at
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The water-seal chamber is maintained at 2 cm to prevent air entry.
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Question 3 of 5
The nurse administered an intramuscular injection to an adult. How should the nurse dispose of the needle and syringe?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Immediately placing the needle and syringe in a sharps container prevents needlestick injuries. Recapping or separating risks exposure, and cutting is unsafe.
Extract:
A patient with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder has been drinking copious amounts of water and voiding frequently. The patient is experiencing muscle cramps, twitching, and is reporting dizziness.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse checks lab work for
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Symptoms suggest hyponatremia from excessive water intake, requiring electrolyte assessment.
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Question 5 of 5
Which of the following terms refers to soft-tissue injury caused by blunt force?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A contusion is a soft-tissue injury from blunt force, causing swelling and discoloration without breaking the skin. Strains and sprains involve ligaments or muscles, and dislocation affects joints. Physiological Adaptation