NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which tasks are appropriate for the nurse in a long-term care unit to delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,E
Rationale: Collecting vital signs and recording intake/output are within the scope of unlicensed assistive personnel. Other tasks require nursing judgment or are outside their scope.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse reinforces teaching for the parents of a child with impetigo. Which of the following statements by a parent indicates correct understanding of teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Hand hygiene, separating laundry, keeping nails short, and recognizing the contagious nature of impetigo are correct. Cleaning with alcohol is inappropriate as it may irritate the skin.
Question 3 of 5
The home health nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a 1-year-old client recently diagnosed with failure to thrive. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend including in the client's plan of care? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Assessing parenting, observing feedings, monitoring growth, and reviewing intake identify causes of failure to thrive. Nasogastric tubes are not initially indicated.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following musical instruments is best for a teen with asthma?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The guitar does not require breath control, making it suitable for a teen with asthma, unlike wind instruments like the clarinet.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to flush a client's central venous catheter. Which size syringe is best for the nurse to choose?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A 10 mL syringe is recommended to avoid excessive pressure that could damage the catheter.