NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
You were walking in the hallway of the long term facility, you found Jeffrey surrounded by friends and visitors. He was unresponsive, no pulse, and no breathing.
Question 1 of 5
Which one is the most appropriate action taken by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Initiating CPR is the immediate action for an unresponsive patient with no pulse or breathing.
Extract:
The patient is receiving Lasix. The doctor made his round this morning and ordered ampicillin medication. The patient is to receive 3 grams of ampicillin per day. The ampicillin available stock is 500 mg/capsule.
Question 2 of 5
How many capsules would you administer to the patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 3 grams = 3000 mg; 3000 mg ÷ 500 mg/capsule = 6 capsules daily.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A client scheduled for a fluorescein angiography is to have mydriatic eye drops instilled in both eyes 1 hour prior to the test. The nurse knows that the purpose of the medication is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mydriatic drops dilate pupils, allowing better visualization of the retina during fluorescein angiography.
Extract:
A client's monitor shows a PQRST wave for each beat and indicates a rate of 120. The rhythm is regular.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse should note that the client is experiencing:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A regular rhythm with a rate of 120 and normal PQRST waves indicates sinus tachycardia.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following might be an appropriate nursing diagnosis for an epileptic client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Epilepsy increases the risk of injury due to seizures, which can cause falls or trauma. The other diagnoses are not directly related to epilepsy. Reduction of Risk Potential