NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
The nurse is assigned to a patient newly diagnosed with active tuberculosis.
Question 1 of 5
Which of these interventions would be a priority for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A negative pressure room and masks prevent airborne transmission of tuberculosis, a priority for infection control.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
Epoetin alfa (Epogen) is prescribed for a client who is on dialysis. When teaching the client about the drug, the nurse should plan to include which information about the drug?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Epoetin alfa replaces erythropoietin, deficient in kidney failure, to stimulate red blood cell production, correcting anemia. It does not affect urine production, waste removal, or athletic performance.
Question 3 of 5
Which fetal heart monitor pattern can indicate cord compression?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Variable decelerations are associated with umbilical cord compression, which can intermittently reduce fetal blood flow. The other patterns are related to different fetal conditions. Reduction of Risk Potential
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
A client with Anemia has been prescribed liquid iron. Which would the nurse expect to be included in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Liquid iron should be administered through a straw to prevent dental staining. Answers B, C, and D are not correct instructions for taking liquid iron, so they are incorrect.