NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which initial nursing response is best if a child confides information that indicates sexual abuse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Believing the child establishes trust and supports their emotional well-being, which is critical before proceeding with further assessment or reporting.
Question 2 of 5
An unconscious adult is brought to the emergency department and is suspected of overdosing on heroin. Which initial medication would the nurse have on hand ready for physician's orders?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that rapidly reverses the effects of heroin overdose, such as respiratory depression, making it the first-line treatment.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of chronic lymphocytic leukemia is receiving chemotherapy. Which assessment finding indicates a need for immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A fever of 102°F in a chemotherapy client suggests possible neutropenic sepsis, a life-threatening infection requiring immediate intervention.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client with hypertension about lifestyle modifications. Which recommendation is most effective for blood pressure control?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regular exercise (30 minutes most days) helps lower blood pressure by improving cardiovascular health and reducing vascular resistance.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of heart failure reports sudden weight gain of 5 pounds in 2 days. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sudden weight gain in heart failure indicates fluid retention, a sign of decompensation, requiring immediate physician notification.