NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
While working with an obese adolescent, it is important for the nurse to recognize that obesity in adolescence is most often associated with what other finding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Poor body image. Obesity often leads to decreased self-esteem and negative body image in adolescents.
Question 2 of 5
A client with Alzheimer's disease mumbles incoherently and rambles in a confused manner. To help redirect the client's attention, the nurse should encourage the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Folding towels and pillowcases is a simple activity that redirects the client's attention. Also, because this activity is familiar, the client is likely to perform it successfully. Cards, charades, and aerobic exercise are too complicated for a confused client.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of chronic venous insufficiency. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Leg elevation reduces venous pooling and edema in chronic venous insufficiency, improving circulation. Warm compresses (
A) are inappropriate, diuretics (
C) are not first-line, and restricting ambulation (
D) worsens stasis.
Extract:
During examination of a 36-year-old woman's right breast, you palpate a lump.
Question 4 of 5
Which characteristic most suggests that the lump may be malignant?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Irregular shape is a concerning feature of malignant breast lumps.
Extract:
The type of stool in cystic fibrosis is described as foul-smelling, frothy called steatorrhea.
Question 5 of 5
This is caused by presence of large amounts of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Because of the lack of the pancreatic enzyme lipase, fats remain unabsorbed and are excreted in excessive amounts in the stool, causing steatorrhea.