NCLEX-PN
End of Life NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse must be knowledgeable of ethical principles. Which is an example of the ethical principle of justice?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Justice ensures equitable care, like providing safe care to an indigent client. Placebos (deception), incompetence, or confidentiality are unrelated to justice.
Question 2 of 5
The client received a liver transplant and is preparing for discharge. Which discharge instruction should the nurse teach?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cough or fever may indicate infection, critical post-transplant due to immunosuppression. Tapering drugs, foul drainage, or jaundice are incorrect or misleading.
Question 3 of 5
The client had a mastectomy and lymph node dissection three (3) years ago and has experienced postmastectomy pain (PMP) since. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PMP can lead to shoulder immobility; physical therapy prevents frozen shoulder, per evidence-based practice. Psychological dismissal, cancer assumptions, or narcotics are inappropriate.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is orienting to a hospice organization. Which statement does not indicate a right of the terminal client? The right to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Terminal clients have rights to dignity, pain management, and holistic care, per hospice principles. Withholding death particulars is not a recognized right and may violate transparency.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is presenting an in-service discussing do not resuscitate (DNR) orders and advance directives. Which statement should the nurse discuss with the class?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A DNR order requires a physician's written order in the chart to be actionable, per hospital policy. Notarization and attorneys are not required, and DNRs are typically re-evaluated per admission.