NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
While assessing a pre-op client, the nurse learns that the client is allergic to shellfish. How might this data affect the client's surgical experience?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shellfish allergy indicates potential iodine sensitivity, which may require altering the skin preparation (e.g., avoiding iodine-based solutions like Betadine).
Extract:
Ms. Cox is an adult patient who was prescribed depo-provera.
Question 2 of 5
The drug was prescribed for which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Depo-Provera is a contraceptive administered IM every 3 months.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for an older adult client who has been on bed rest for two weeks because she has had the flu. The nurse should carefully observe the client for which possible complications? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Prolonged bed rest increases risks of muscle atrophy, joint contractures, urinary retention, constipation, and footdrop due to immobility.
Extract:
Francis is a 48-year-old female with elevated blood sugar.
Question 4 of 5
The type of insulin expected to be ordered by the physician to treat Francis elevated blood sugar would be:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Short-acting or regular insulin usually reaches the blood within 30 minutes after injection, peaks in 2 to 4 hours, and stays in the bloodstream for 6 to 8 hours. Because of its short and predictable peak action, regular insulin is routinely used for intravenous administration.
Extract:
In Cushing's syndrome excessive amounts of glucocorticoids and mineralcorticoids will increase the patient's:
Question 5 of 5
In Cushing's syndrome excessive amounts of glucocorticoids and mineralcorticoids will increase the patient's:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Excess glucocorticoids elevate glucose by promoting gluconeogenesis.