NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected meningitis. Which finding is most concerning?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nuchal rigidity (stiff neck) is a hallmark sign of meningitis, indicating potential meningeal irritation.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of alcoholism is admitted with confusion and tremors. Which medication is the nurse most likely to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Thiamine is given to prevent Wernicke's encephalopathy, a complication of chronic alcoholism causing confusion and tremors.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about managing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which instruction is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding food 2–3 hours before bedtime reduces reflux by allowing gastric emptying.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a pressure ulcer. Which dressing is most appropriate for a stage 2 ulcer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A hydrocolloid dressing promotes a moist environment for healing in stage 2 pressure ulcers.
Question 5 of 5
A client with type 2 diabetes mellitus reports feeling shaky and sweaty. The nurse checks the blood glucose level, which is 55 mg/dL. What is the nurse's priority action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A blood glucose of 55 mg/dL indicates hypoglycemia; 15 g of a fast-acting carbohydrate (e.g., juice) is the priority to raise glucose levels.