NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is collecting data from a 10-year-old client during a routine physical examination. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C, D
Rationale: Using anatomical terminology (
A) promotes understanding. Explaining equipment and procedures (
C) reduces anxiety. Offering a gown and allowing underwear (
D) respects privacy. Adult examination sequences (
B) may not suit pediatric needs, and parents rating pain (E) may not accurately reflect the child's experience.
Extract:
Laboratory reference ranges
Glucose (random) – newborn < 24 hours old
40-60 mg/dL
(2.2-3.3 mmol/L)
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is monitoring a neonate 1 hour after spontaneous vaginal delivery. Which of the following are expected findings? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, E
Rationale: Respirations of 56 (
A), glucose of 60 mg/dL (
B), and white papules (milia) (E) are normal in neonates. A holosystolic murmur (
C) and single transverse crease (
D) suggest congenital abnormalities.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The home health nurse visits a 72-year-old client with pneumonia who was discharged from the hospital 3 days ago. The client has less of a productive cough at night but now reports sharp chest pain with inspiration. Which finding is most important for the nurse to report to the supervising registered nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pleural friction rub (
D) indicates pleuritis or pleural effusion, a serious complication requiring immediate reporting. Other findings (A, B,
C) are less specific or urgent.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse caring for a 2-year-old client should expect the child to be able to perform which of the following actions? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C, D, E
Rationale: A 2-year-old can kick a ball (
C), use 2-word phrases (
D), and walk without help (E). Drawing a square (
A) and hopping on one foot (
B) are skills typically developed later.