NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient with heart failure is prescribed furosemide (Lasix). Which of the following electrolyte imbalances should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide, a loop diuretic, increases potassium excretion, leading to hypokalemia, which can cause arrhythmias. Hyperkalemia, hypernatremia, and hyponatremia are less likely with furosemide.
Question 2 of 5
A patient with generalized anxiety disorder is prescribed buspirone (Buspar). Which of the following statements indicates the patient understands the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Buspirone takes 2–4 weeks for full anxiolytic effect, requiring consistent use. It’s not PRN, has low dependence risk, and alcohol should be avoided due to CNS depression.
Extract:
The nurse notes that a patient exhibit the characteristic gait associated with Parkinson's disease.
Question 3 of 5
When recording on the patient's chart, the nurse should describe this gait as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Parkinson's disease causes a shuffling gait due to bradykinesia and rigidity.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing an elderly patient for signs of dehydration. Which of the following findings is most indicative of dehydration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dry mucous membranes are a classic sign of dehydration, reflecting fluid loss. Increased urine output, hypertension, and weight gain suggest fluid overload or other conditions, not dehydration.
Extract:
Calculation of fluid replacement in bum is based on the patient's
Question 5 of 5
Age
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Calculation of fluid replacement in burns is based on weight and body surface area (BS
A) burn, often using the rule of nines to calculate burn area.