NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client with a history of peptic ulcer disease is prescribed omeprazole. Which instruction ensures proper administration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Omeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor, is most effective when taken 30 minutes before breakfast to reduce acid production before meals.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected stroke. Which finding requires immediate notification of the physician?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Slurred speech is a hallmark sign of stroke, indicating potential neurological damage and requiring urgent medical intervention.
Question 3 of 5
An unconscious adult is brought to the emergency department and is suspected of overdosing on heroin. Which initial medication would the nurse have on hand ready for physician's orders?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that rapidly reverses the effects of heroin overdose, such as respiratory depression, making it the first-line treatment.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of osteoporosis is prescribed alendronate. Which instruction ensures proper administration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking alendronate with a full glass of water and remaining upright for 30 minutes prevents esophageal irritation and ensures absorption.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a fractured femur is in skeletal traction. Which nursing action is most important to prevent complications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weights must hang freely to maintain proper traction alignment and prevent complications like malunion or nerve damage.