NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
A nurse assigned to the pediatric unit has the following patients.
Question 1 of 5
Which one should be given priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Altered consciousness in an infant is a critical sign requiring immediate assessment for neurological issues.
Extract:
A patient with cystic fibrosis has an order of aerosol treatment and physiotherapy.
Question 2 of 5
How will you carry out this order?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aerosol treatment loosens secretions, followed by physiotherapy to clear them.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
An elderly client is returned to her room after an open reduction and internal fixation of the left femoral head after a fracture. It is MOST important for the nursing care plan to include that the client
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Coughing and deep breathing prevent respiratory complications like pneumonia due to immobility post-surgery. A high-residue diet (not low,
A) prevents constipation, side-lying (
B) is allowed later, and exercises (
C) are secondary to respiratory care.
Extract:
The nurse understands that Mr. Holland's ascites related to cirrhosis
Question 4 of 5
The nurse understands that Mr. Holland's ascites related to cirrhosis is most likely the result of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Impaired portal venous return causes fluid accumulation in the peritoneal cavity, leading to ascites.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse collects data on a client shortly after kidney transplant surgery. Which postoperative finding must the nurse report to the physician immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Because kidney transplantation carries the risk of transplant rejection, infection, and other serious complications, the nurse should monitor the client's urinary function closely. A decrease from the normal urine output of 30 ml/hour is significant and warrants immediate physician notification. The other options are normal data collection findings.