NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following toys is the most appropriate for a 2-year old with Tetralogy of Fallot?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A push-pull toy encourages gentle physical activity suitable for a 2-year-old with Tetralogy of Fallot, who may tire easily. A toy horn requires exertion, a stethoscope is not age-appropriate, and a shape sorter is sedentary.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer several medications through a client's feeding tube. None of the medications are extended release. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, C, D
Rationale: Crushing separately (
B) prevents interactions, liquid forms (
C) are preferred, and flushing (
D) ensures patency. Combining all medications (
A) or mixing with formula (E) can cause clogs or interactions.
Question 3 of 5
An adult who has newly diagnosed angina has been prescribed sublingual nitroglycerin. What should be included in the nurse's teaching about the medication? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Sublingual nitroglycerin is dissolved under the tongue, stored in dark glass to maintain potency, and may cause headaches as a side effect.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse administers subcutaneous insulin lispro at 0730 to a client as prescribed and the client consumes breakfast 30 minutes later. At what time is the client at highest risk for experiencing insulin-related hypoglycemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Insulin lispro peaks 1-2 hours after administration, so 1100 (
B), about 3.5 hours post-injection, is the highest risk time for hypoglycemia.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse just administered routine immunizations to a healthy 15-month-old. What information should the nurse reinforce with the caregivers before they leave the clinic?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Redness and mild fever (
C) are common post-immunization reactions. A temperature above 100 F (
A) is too low a threshold for concern, fussiness for a week (
B) is excessive, and activity restriction (
D) is unnecessary.