NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following organs is most likely to suffer permanent damage from shock?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The kidneys are highly susceptible to permanent damage from shock due to reduced perfusion, leading to acute kidney injury.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a 7-year-old client who was recently admitted with nausea, vomiting, severe right lower quadrant pain, and an elevated WBC count. Which of the following statements by the client would be a priority to follow up?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Resolution of pain (
C) in suspected appendicitis may indicate perforation, a surgical emergency, requiring urgent follow-up. Fatigue (
A), hunger (
B), and dislike of hospitals (
D) are less critical.
Question 3 of 5
A child and his family were exposed to Mycobacterium tuberculosis about 2 months ago, to confirm the presence or absence of an infection, it is most important for all family members to have a
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: PPD intradermal test. The administration of the PPD intradermal test determines the presence of the infection with the Mycobacterium tuberculosis organism. It is effective at 3 to 6 weeks after the initial infection.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is talking with the parent of an adolescent client who has infectious mononucleosis. Which of the following statements by the parent would require follow-up?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mononucleosis is viral, so antibiotics (
B) are not indicated, requiring follow-up. Acetaminophen (
A), avoiding sports (
C), and prolonged fatigue (
D) are correct.
Question 5 of 5
A gravida para 1 reports that a prior pregnancy ended in loss of the baby early in the pregnancy. Which of the following instructions should be given to the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reporting nausea and vomiting is important, as severe symptoms could indicate complications like hyperemesis gravidarum, especially given the history of pregnancy loss.