NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following signs is highly suggestive of impaired hearing in an infant?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Absence of babbling by 7 months is a red flag for hearing impairment, as infants typically begin vocalizing in response to sounds. Other signs are less specific to hearing.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse monitoring a newborn after birth observes a bluish discoloration of the hands and feet. The trunk is pink. What is the nurse's initial action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acrocyanosis is normal in newborns. Skin-to-skin contact promotes thermoregulation and bonding.
Question 3 of 5
A woman who is pregnant for the first time asks the nurse when during pregnancy is the best time to take Lamaze classes. What should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The second trimester is ideal for Lamaze classes, as it allows time to learn techniques before labor while avoiding early pregnancy discomforts and late-term fatigue.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is talking with a female client about collecting a clean-catch urine specimen. Which of the following information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Avoiding contamination, proper cleansing, and spreading the labia are critical for a clean-catch specimen. The lid should be placed sterile side up, and the container should be positioned midstream.
Question 5 of 5
The parents of a 2-year-old client ask how they can help their child cope with hospitalization. Which of the following suggestions should the nurse give the parents? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Maintaining home routines, parental presence, and reassuring the child about the cause of illness help reduce anxiety and promote coping during hospitalization.