NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
A 35-year-old male has been an insulin-dependent diabetic for five years and now is unable to urinate.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following would you most likely suspect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Autonomic neuropathy can impair bladder function, causing urinary retention in long-term diabetes.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following clients is at greatest risk for postpartal hemorrhage?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A gravida 4 para 3 with a Caesarean section is at higher risk for postpartal hemorrhage due to multiparity and surgical delivery, which can lead to uterine atony and increased bleeding risk.
Extract:
Hirschprung's Disease is somewhat similar to cystic fibrosis. In both diseases, the newborn does not pass out meconium.
Question 3 of 5
Pathophysiologically, in Hirschprung's Disease, the child's affected organ is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hirschprung's disease involves aganglionic segments of the large intestine, causing obstruction.
Extract:
The nurse understands that the patient with esophageal varices should not be given food such as:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse understands that the patient with esophageal varices should not be given food such as:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Crackers, being rough, can irritate or rupture fragile esophageal varices.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a tracheostomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform to prevent complications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cleaning the inner cannula with sterile technique prevents infection and ensures airway patency, a priority in tracheostomy care. Suctioning (
A) is as needed, not routine, tie changes (
C) are less frequent, and dressings (
D) should be pre-cut and moisture-resistant.