NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which nursing action is most appropriate when a chest tube is inadvertently pulled from its insertion site?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Covering the opening prevents air entry, reducing the risk of pneumothorax until medical intervention is available.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of peptic ulcer disease reports epigastric pain. Which instruction should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Small, frequent meals reduce gastric acid irritation in peptic ulcer disease.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of chronic lymphocytic leukemia is at risk for infection. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frequent handwashing reduces infection risk in immunocompromised clients.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a history of seizures. Which observation indicates the client is experiencing an aura?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An aura is a sensory warning, such as a strange smell, that precedes a seizure.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of anxiety is prescribed lorazepam (Ativan). Which instruction should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lorazepam causes drowsiness, making driving unsafe.