NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which statements involve acceptable use of an abbreviation, symbol, or dose designation in documentation? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metric units (
A), decimal doses (
C), and QID (E) are clear and acceptable. 'u' (
B) risks confusion with '0,' and 'pc' with 'c/o' (
D) are ambiguous, per safety standards.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with the parent of a 6-year-old client who had a tonsillectomy 4 hours ago. The nurse should reinforce that it would be a priority to notify the health care provider if the client experiences
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent swallowing (
C) may indicate bleeding, a serious post-tonsillectomy complication requiring immediate reporting. Ear pain (
A), bad breath (
B), and low-grade fever (
D) are common and less urgent.
Question 3 of 5
While teaching the family of a child who will take phenytoin (Dilantin) regularly for seizure control, it is most important for the nurse to teach them about which of the following actions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Swollen and tender gums occur often with use of phenytoin. Good oral hygiene and regular visits to the dentist should be emphasized.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching of proper foot care to a client with diabetes mellitus. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sandals (
D) expose feet to injury, increasing infection risk in diabetes. Lanolin (
A), avoiding heating pads (
B), and testing water (
C) are correct to prevent skin breakdown and burns.
Question 5 of 5
The client complains of frequent insomnia affecting her ability to rest well. Which of the following factors or lifestyle choices in her assessment history most likely contributes to her inability to sleep?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nicotine in cigarettes is a stimulant, disrupting sleep and likely contributing to insomnia, unlike snacks, aspirin, or reading.