NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following instructions should be included for the client taking calcium supplements?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking calcium supplements with meals enhances absorption and reduces gastrointestinal upset.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse can best ensure the safety of a client suffering from dementia who wanders from the room by which action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This type of identification band easily tracks the client's movements and ensures safety while the client wanders on the unit. Restriction of activity is inappropriate for any client unless they are potentially harmful to themselves or others.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is observing a nursing student reinforce teaching to a client on how to take sucralfate. Which statement made by the student would require intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sucralfate (
B) should not be taken with other stomach medications, as it forms a protective barrier, reducing their absorption. Timing (A,
C) and constipation (
D) are correct.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse prepares to care for a 4 year-old newly admitted for rhabdomyosarcoma. The nurse should alert the staff to pay more attention to the function of which area of the body?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: the muscles. Rhabdomyosarcoma is the most common children's soft tissue sarcoma. It originates in striated (skeletal) muscles and can be found anywhere in the body. The clue is in the middle of the word -- 'myo' --which typically means muscle.
Question 5 of 5
The best position for the client with a right total hip replacement is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Supine with pillows supporting the leg prevents dislocation while maintaining alignment. Flexion or adduction risks complications.