NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which teaching method is most effective when providing health care instructions to members of specific populations?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The teach-back method ensures understanding by having patients repeat instructions in their own words, making it ideal for diverse populations with varying literacy levels. Video, written, or verbal methods may not confirm comprehension.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is the primary force in sex education in a child's life?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Parents are the primary influence on a child's sex education, providing foundational values and information. Other sources like peers and media are influential but secondary. Health Promotion and Maintenance
Question 3 of 5
A patient is admitted to the surgical unit with a diagnosis of rule out intestinal obstruction. The nurse is preparing to insert a Salem sump NG tube as ordered. In which of the following positions would it be BEST for the nurse to place this patient during the procedure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Positioning the patient with the head of the bed elevated 60°-90° (high Fowler’s position) facilitates swallowing and allows gravity to aid the passage of the nasogastric (NG) tube through the esophagus into the stomach. This position reduces the risk of aspiration and eases tube insertion. Lower elevations (30°-45°), side-lying, or flat positions do not optimize swallowing or tube advancement as effectively.
Extract:
The nurse understands that an acute attack of pancreatitis can be precipitated by heavy drinking because:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse understands that an acute attack of pancreatitis can be precipitated by heavy drinking because:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Alcohol causes enzyme backflow, leading to pancreatic autodigestion.
Extract:
A patient with Alzheimer's disease is admitted with suspected dehydration after his daughter reports that he's refused to drink anything for the past 3 days.
Question 5 of 5
Which lab result is most expected with dehydration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypernatremia (elevated sodium) is expected in dehydration due to water loss.