NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
In conducting a health screening for 12-month-old children, the nurse expects them to have been immunized against which of the following diseases?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: By 12 months of age, children should have received vaccines for diphtheria, pertussis, polio, and tetanus (DTaP and IPV). The correct answer is B as it includes these vaccines that are typically administered in the first year of life. Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccination usually begins at 12 months of age but is not expected to be completed by this time.
Choices A and C are incorrect as they include diseases that are not part of the routine immunization schedule for a 12-month-old child.
Question 2 of 5
Following the change of shift report, when can or should the nurse's plan be altered or modified during the shift?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is 'when needs change.' It is crucial for the nurse to remain adaptable and adjust the plan promptly when the patient's needs or condition change.
Choice A, 'halfway through the shift,' may not align with the timing of when needs actually change, making it less optimal for plan modifications.
Choice B, 'at the end of the shift before the nurse reports off,' is too late to address evolving needs effectively.
Choice D, 'after the top-priority tasks have been completed,' limits the nurse's ability to respond promptly to changing priorities, as needs may shift before all top-priority tasks are finished.
Question 3 of 5
When testing the function of the oculomotor, trochlear, and abducens nerves, which parameter does a nurse check to determine their function?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Eye movements. When assessing the oculomotor, trochlear, and abducens nerves, evaluating eye movements is crucial. This assessment includes checking the pupils for size, regularity, equality, light reactions, accommodation, and extraocular movements in various gaze positions.
Tongue symmetry is primarily used to evaluate cranial nerve XII (hypoglossal nerve) function. Facial symmetry is a key indicator of cranial nerve VII (facial nerve) function. The corneal reflex assesses sensory afferents in cranial nerve V (trigeminal nerve) and motor efferents in cranial nerve VII (facial nerve).
Question 4 of 5
An appraisal of self-care practices involves an assessment of:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An appraisal of self-care practices focuses on assessing caregiving needs and the potential for strain. This involves evaluating the support system in place for individuals requiring care, the level of strain experienced by caregivers, and the overall impact of caregiving responsibilities on both the caregiver and the care recipient. The other options presented do not directly relate to the assessment of self-care practices. Diagnostic tests, home treatment practices, and the family's capability to obtain health insurance are important aspects of healthcare but do not specifically pertain to the evaluation of self-care practices.
Question 5 of 5
As part of a routine health screening, the nurse notes the play of a 2-year-old child. Which of the following is an example of age-appropriate play at this age?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: 'says 'Mine!' when playing with toys.' At the age of 2, children are in the stage of parallel play and are possessive of their belongings, hence saying 'Mine!' is an age-appropriate behavior. Building towers with blocks (choice
A) involves more advanced motor skills and cognitive abilities, which are beyond what most 2-year-olds can do. Trying to color within the lines (choice
B) requires fine motor skills that are typically not developed at age 2. Jumping rope (choice
D) involves coordination and balance that are beyond the capabilities of a 2-year-old child.