NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of these clients is at greatest risk for the complications associated with osteoporosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The 70-year-old postmenopausal woman has multiple risk factors: age, immobility, corticosteroid use, and alcohol consumption, maximizing osteoporosis complication risk.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is having a 1-hour glucose tolerance test. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fasting for 4 hours is incorrect; a 1-hour glucose tolerance test typically requires fasting for 8 hours. The other statements are correct: no eating for 1 hour after the glucose solution and a 3-hour test if results are elevated.
Question 3 of 5
A 55-year-old male client has a 16-Fr indwelling urethral catheter with a 5-mL balloon inserted to relieve postoperative urinary retention. The nurse observes urine leaking from the insertion site, past the catheter. What is the nurse's first action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking the catheter and tubing first ensures there are no kinks, blockages, or improper placements causing the leak, which is a non-invasive and logical initial step. Irrigation or removal requires further assessment, and notifying the RN is premature without initial troubleshooting.
Question 4 of 5
Client self-determination is the primary focus of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing advocacy prioritizes client self-determination, supporting autonomy in healthcare decisions. The other options address different aspects of care or legal protection. Coordinated Care
Question 5 of 5
A concern regarding maternal and infant mortality and morbidity is that:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lack of prenatal care in some populations is a significant contributor to maternal and infant mortality and morbidity, as it prevents early intervention. The other concerns are less directly linked. Health Promotion and Maintenance