NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following injuries, if demonstrated by a client entering the Emergency Department, is the highest priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A stab wound to the chest is the highest priority due to potential for pneumothorax or mediastinal shift, which can be life-threatening. The ABC (airway, breathing, circulation) principle prioritizes this injury. Physiological Adaptation
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular injection. Which of the following sites is most appropriate for an adult patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The ventrogluteal site is safest for IM injections in adults, minimizing nerve or vessel damage. Deltoid and vastus lateralis are alternatives but less preferred, and dorsogluteal is avoided due to sciatic nerve risk.
Extract:
Loss of peripheral vascular resistance:
Question 3 of 5
Loss of peripheral vascular resistance:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Loss of peripheral vascular resistance leads to hypotension due to vasodilation.
Extract:
Marie is a 38-year-old primigravida who is admitted with a diagnosis of pregnancy induced hypertension (PIH).
Question 4 of 5
Priority nursing care on the patient with PIH include:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low urine output (335 ml/24 hours) indicates possible renal involvement in PIH, a priority for monitoring and reporting to prevent further complications.
Extract:
Gastrostomy tube was placed on the patient with terminal stage of throat cancer. Feeding is started today.
Question 5 of 5
Prior to initiating the first gastrostomy feeding, the nurse should perform which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Flushing the tube ensures patency before feeding, preventing blockages and ensuring safe administration.