NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which finding by the nurse suggests that the mother is not giving the toddler iron supplements as ordered?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Iron supplements typically cause dark or black stools; light brown stools suggest non-compliance with iron supplementation.
Question 2 of 5
An adult who has newly diagnosed angina has been prescribed sublingual nitroglycerin. What should be included in the nurse's teaching about the medication? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Sublingual nitroglycerin is dissolved under the tongue, stored in dark glass to maintain potency, and may cause headaches as a side effect.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing discharge teaching for a client who had surgical repair of a retinal detachment. Which of the following instructions are appropriate for the nurse to include in the teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: Avoiding rubbing (
A), straining (
B), and reporting sudden pain (
D) prevent complications. Flashes (
C) are not expected and require reporting, and eye rest (E) is unnecessary unless specified.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse prepares to administer medications to a client. Which of the following client data are acceptable for use as client identifiers? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: Date of birth (
A), first and last name (
B), and medical record number (
D) are reliable identifiers. Health care provider (
C) and room number (E) are not specific to the client.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following infractions can result in the revocation of the nurse's license?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A felony conviction can lead to license revocation due to its impact on professional integrity. Natural disaster response, negligence, or unpaid fees may have other consequences but are less likely to cause revocation.