NCLEX-PN
Best NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The 1-year-old with a temperature of 103°F (39.4°C) is diagnosed with roseola. Which information should the nurse provide to the parent? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Roseola is characterized by a high fever followed by a rose-pink rash after the fever subsides. Hand hygiene reduces transmission. Aspirin is contraindicated due to Reye's syndrome risk, oatmeal baths are not typically needed, and isolation beyond standard precautions is unnecessary.
Question 2 of 5
A young woman who is fearful of getting into elevators is admitted. Two days after admission, she is scheduled for group therapy sessions that meet on the sixth floor. Her room is on the second floor. The other clients and the nurse go to the sixth floor on the elevator. The client starts trembling and refuses to get on the elevator. Which action is most therapeutic for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Walking up the stairs with support respects her phobia, allowing participation in therapy without forcing exposure to the feared stimulus.
Question 3 of 5
An 88-year-old woman in a long-term care facility is having difficulty remembering where her room is. Which of the following solutions would best help her?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A picture and name in large letters provide a clear, recognizable cue for the woman to identify her room, supporting independence despite memory challenges.
Question 4 of 5
A woman is being treated for severe depression. During the acute phase of her illness, which of these measures should have priority in her care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Physical care, such as ensuring nutrition and hygiene, is the priority in severe depression to maintain health when the client cannot.
Question 5 of 5
Chlorpromazine hydrochloride (Thorazine) is prescribed for a young adult with schizophrenia. For three days, the chlorpromazine (Thorazine) is to be administered intramuscularly. Before administering chlorpromazine (Thorazine) intramuscularly to the client, the nurse should make which of these assessments?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chlorpromazine can cause orthostatic hypotension, so checking blood pressure before intramuscular administration ensures safety.