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NCLEX-PN National Council Licensure Examination(NCLEX-PN) Questions and Answers

Questions 4

The nurse seeks to assess the renal function of an elderly client who is about to receive a nephrotoxic medication. Which of the following labs provides the best indicator for renal function?

Options:

A.

urinalysis

B.

creatinine and blood urea nitrogen

C.

chemistry of electrolytes

D.

creatinine clearance

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Questions 5

A nurse taking a patient’s history realizes the patient is complaining of SOB and weakness in the lower extremities. The patient has a history of hyperlipidemia, and hypertension. Which of the following may be occurring?

Options:

A.

The patient is developing CHF

B.

The patient may be having a MI

C.

The patient may be developing COPD

D.

The patient may be having an onset of PVD

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Questions 6

The goals of palliative care include all of the following except:

Options:

A.

giving clients with life-threatening illnesses the best quality of life possible.

B.

taking care of the whole person—body, mind, spirit, heart, and soul.

C.

no interventions are needed because the client is near death.

D.

support of needs of the family and client.

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Questions 7

Which of the following indicates a hazard for a client on oxygen therapy?

Options:

A.

A No Smoking sign is on the door.

B.

The client is wearing a synthetic gown.

C.

Electrical equipment is grounded.

D.

Matches are removed.

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Questions 8

Which of the following methods of contraception is able to reduce the transmission of HIV and other STDs?

Options:

A.

intrauterine device (IUD)

B.

Norplant

C.

oral contraceptives

D.

vaginal sponge

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Questions 9

Light therapy can be effective for:

Options:

A.

overcoming weight problems.

B.

helping with allergies.

C.

use in alternative medical treatments.

D.

working with sleep patterns.

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Questions 10

Which fetal heart monitor pattern can indicate cord compression?

Options:

A.

variable decelerations

B.

early decelerations

C.

bradycardia

D.

tachycardia

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Questions 11

A nurse gave medications to the wrong client. She stated the client responded to the name called. What is the nurse’s appropriate documentation?

Options:

A.

Note in medication records the drug given

B.

The client was not hurt, no need for documentation

C.

Note the client’s orientation

D.

Completely fill out an incident report

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Questions 12

The mother of a newborn child is very upset. The child has a cleft lip and palate. The type of crisis this mother is experiencing is:

Options:

A.

reactive.

B.

maturational.

C.

situational.

D.

adventitious.

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Questions 13

A nurse assesses a 83 year-old female’s venous ulcer for the second time that is located near the right medial malleolus. The wound is exhibiting purulent drainage and the patient has limited mobility in her home. Which of the options is the best course of action?

Options:

A.

Encourage warm water soaks to the right foot.

B.

Notify the case manager of the purulent drainage.

C.

Determine the patient’s pulse in the right ankle.

D.

Recommend increased activity to reduce the purulent drainage.

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Questions 14

Two staff nurses were considered for promotion to head nurse. The promotion is announced via a memo on the unit bulletin board. The nurse who was not promoted tells a friend, “Oh, well, I really didn’t want the job anyway.” This is an example of:

Options:

A.

rationalization.

B.

denial.

C.

projection.

D.

compensation.

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Questions 15

Laboratory tests reveal the following electrolyte values for Mr. Smith: Na 135 mEq/L, Ca 8.5 mg/dL, Cl 102 mEq/L, and K 2.0 mEq/L. Which of the following values should the nurse report to the physician because of its potential risk to the client?

Options:

A.

Ca

B.

K

C.

Na

D.

Cl

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Questions 16

Which of the following is true concerning human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)?

Options:

A.

HIV infection involves CD4 receptor protein on the surface of helper T-cells.

B.

The presence of circulating antibodies that neutralize HIV is evidence that the individual has immunity-HIV.

C.

HIV replication occurs extracellularly.

D.

DNA replication

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Questions 17

A Hispanic client brings her father to the clinic because he is becoming more forgetful. He is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. The woman tells the nurse that she wants to try ginkgo biloba for her father, before using prescription medications. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?

Options:

A.

“It is wiser to start a prescription.”

B.

“That herb won’t do your father any good.”

C.

“You can’t expect an herb to treat Alzheimer’s.”

D.

“I will let the physician know of your wishes.”

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Questions 18

Which of the following is a predisposing factor for cancer of the tongue?

Options:

A.

tobacco use

B.

obesity

C.

sun exposure

D.

eating sweets

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Questions 19

The test used to differentiate sickle cell trait from sickle cell disease is:

Options:

A.

sickle cell preparation.

B.

peripheral smear.

C.

sickledex.

D.

hemoglobin electrophoresis.

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Questions 20

What happens if folic acid is given to treat anemia without determining its underlying cause?

Options:

A.

Erythropoiesis is inhibited.

B.

Excessive levels of folic acid might accumulate, causing toxicity.

C.

The symptoms of pernicious anemia might be masked, delaying treatment.

D.

Intrinsic factor is destroyed.

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Questions 21

Which of the following statements by a client with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) indicates adequate understanding?

Options:

A.

“I should eat right before bedtime.”

B.

“I should eat large meals.”

C.

“I should sit up after eating.”

D.

“I should lie flat after eating.”

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Questions 22

A client with major head trauma is receiving bolus enteral feeding. The most important nursing order for this client is:

Options:

A.

measure intake and output.

B.

check albumin level.

C.

monitor glucose levels.

D.

increase enteral feeding.

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Questions 23

Distraction therapy is:

Options:

A.

focusing one’s attention on stimuli other than pain.

B.

cognitive reappraisal.

C.

the replacement of positive images of pain with other images.

D.

the use of medication and meditation.

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Questions 24

A client with sickle cell disease is worried about passing the disease on to children. Which of the following statements by the PN is most appropriate for this client?

Options:

A.

“You should discuss this with your physician.”

B.

“Sickle cell disease is genetically based and might be passed on to children.”

C.

“Sickle cell disease is genetically based and is not passed on to children.”

D.

“Sickle cell disease is caused by an infection and cannot be passed on to children.”

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Questions 25

When working with multicultural populations, the nurse should consider all of the following when planning care for a client with an altered sexuality pattern except:

Options:

A.

some members of the Hispanic and Native- American cultures are very open when discussing sexuality.

B.

some cultures view the postpartum period as a state of impurity.

C.

some women in the African-American culture view childbearing as a validation of their femaleness.

D.

some Native-American women believe monthly menstruation maintains physical well-being and harmony.

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Questions 26

A client newly diagnosed with Diabetes Mellitus needs education. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in this education?

Options:

A.

“You can eat anything you want, but no foods with sugar.”

B.

“You need to lose weight, so your diet must be a restricted one.”

C.

“You need a diet and exercise program.”

D.

“You must eliminate all salt, fat, and sugar from your diet.”

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Questions 27

A client had a colostomy done one day ago. Which of the following is an abnormal finding when assessing the stoma?

Options:

A.

mild edema

B.

minimal bleeding

C.

rose color

D.

dark red color

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Questions 28

Which of the following is not a reason for pelvic ultrasonography?

Options:

A.

to measure uterine size

B.

to detect multiple pregnancies

C.

to measure renal size

D.

to detect foreign bodies

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Questions 29

Which of the following should not be included in the teaching for clients who take oral iron preparations?

Options:

A.

Mix the liquid iron preparation with antacids to reduce GI distress.

B.

Take the iron with meals if GI distress occurs.

C.

Liquid forms should be taken with a straw to avoid discoloration of tooth enamel.

D.

Oral forms should be taken with juice, not milk.

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Questions 30

A client is admitted with a diagnosis of Multiple Drug Use. The nurse should plan care based on knowledge that:

Options:

A.

multiple drug use is very uncommon.

B.

people might use more than one drug to enhance the effect or relieve withdrawal symptoms.

C.

alcohol and barbiturates used together are not dangerous because one is a stimulant and the other is a depressant.

D.

assessment and intervention are easier with multiple drug use because of the synergistic effect.

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Questions 31

The nurse should teach a client in the Emergency Department, who has suffered an ankle sprain, to:

Options:

A.

use cold applications to the sprain during the first 24–48 hours.

B.

expect disability to decrease within the first 24 hours of injury.

C.

expect pain to decrease within 3 hours after injury.

D.

begin progressive passive and active range of motion exercises immediately.

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Questions 32

While performing a physical assessment on a 6-month-old infant, the nurse observes head lag. Which of the following nursing actions should the nurse perform first?

Options:

A.

Ask the parents to allow the infant to lay on her stomach to promote muscle development.

B.

Notify the physician because a developmental or neurological evaluation is indicated.

C.

Document the findings as normal in the nurse’s notes.

D.

Explain to the parents that their child is likely to be mentally retarded.

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Questions 33

A 65-year-old female client is experiencing postmenopausal bleeding. Which type of physician should this client be encouraged to see?

Options:

A.

a radiologist

B.

a gynecologist

C.

a physiatrist

D.

an oncologist

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Questions 34

A client with asthma develops respiratory acidosis. Based on this diagnosis, what should the nurse expect the client’s serum potassium level to be?

Options:

A.

normal

B.

elevated

C.

low

D.

unrelated to the pH

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Questions 35

The greatest time savers when planning client care include all of the following except:

Options:

A.

reacting to the crisis of the moment.

B.

setting goals.

C.

planning.

D.

specifying priorities.

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Questions 36

In an obstetrical emergency, which of the following actions should the nurse perform first after the

baby delivers?

Options:

A.

Place extra padding under the mother to absorb blood from the delivery.

B.

Cut the umbilical cord using sterile scissors.

C.

Suction the baby’s mouth and nose.

D.

Wrap the baby in a clean blanket to preserve warmth.

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Questions 37

A syringe pump is a type of electronic infusion pump used to infuse fluids or medications directly from a syringe. This device is commonly used for:

Options:

A.

solutions administered in obstetrics.

B.

dilute antibiotics.

C.

large volumes of IV solution.

D.

the neonatal and pediatric populations.

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Questions 38

Using clichés in therapeutic communication leads the client toward:

Options:

A.

viewing the nurse as human.

B.

accepting himself as human.

C.

self-disclosing.

D.

feeling discounted.

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Questions 39

A hospitalized client has just been informed that he has terminal cancer. He says to the nurse, “There must be some mistake in the diagnosis.” The nurse determines that the client is demonstrating which of the following?

Options:

A.

denial

B.

anger

C.

bargaining

D.

acceptance

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Questions 40

High uric acid levels can develop in clients who are receiving chemotherapy. This can be caused by:

Options:

A.

the inability of the kidneys to excrete the drug metabolites.

B.

rapid cell catabolism.

C.

toxic effects of the prophylactic antibiotics that are given concurrently.

D.

the altered blood pH from the acid medium of the drugs.

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Questions 41

Which is the best way to position a client’s neck for palpation of the thyroid?

Options:

A.

flexed toward the side being examined

B.

hyperextended directly backward

C.

flexed away from the side being examined

D.

flexed directly forward

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Questions 42

At what point in the nurse-client relationship should termination first be addressed?

Options:

A.

in the working phase

B.

in the termination phase

C.

in the orientation phase

D.

when the client initially brings up the topic

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Questions 43

The nurse should teach parents of small children that the most common type of first-degree burn is:

Options:

A.

scalding from hot bath water or spills.

B.

contact with hot surfaces such as stoves and fireplaces.

C.

contact with flammable liquids or gases resulting in flash burns.

D.

sunburn from lack of protection and overexposure.

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Questions 44

Central venous access devices (CVADs) are frequently utilized to administer chemotherapy. What is an advantage of using CVADs for chemotherapeutic agent administration?

Options:

A.

CVADs are less expensive than a peripheral IV.

B.

Weekly administration is possible.

C.

Chemotherapeutic agents can be caustic to smaller veins.

D.

The client or family can administer the drug at home.

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Questions 45

A nurse observes a client sitting alone and talking. When asked, the client reports that he is “talking to the voices.” The nurse’s next action should be:

Options:

A.

touching the client to help him return to reality.

B.

leaving the client alone until reality returns.

C.

asking the client to describe what is happening.

D.

telling the client there are no voices.

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Questions 46

In an emergency situation, the nurse determines whether a client has an airway obstruction. Which of the following does the nurse assess?

Options:

A.

ability to speak

B.

ability to hear

C.

oxygen saturation

D.

adventitious breath sounds

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Questions 47

Nursing considerations when caring for African- American clients include that:

Options:

A.

families are generally distant and unsupportive.

B.

special hair, skin, and nail care might be required.

C.

fad diets are a cultural norm.

D.

clients are generally future-oriented.

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Questions 48

A child comes to the clinic with a skin rash. The maculopapular lesions are distributed around the mouth and have honey-colored drainage. The caregiver states that the rash is getting worse and seems to spread with the child’s scratching. Which of the following advisory comments should be given?

Options:

A.

The history and presentation might indicate chickenpox, a highly contagious disease.

B.

The lesions might indicate a noncontagious infection that does not require isolation.

C.

The history and presentation might indicate an infectious illness called impetigo.

D.

The lesions are not contagious unless others have open wounds or lesions themselves.

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Questions 49

The 24-hour day-night cycle is known as:

Options:

A.

circadian rhythm.

B.

infradium rhythm.

C.

ultradian rhythm.

D.

non-REM rhythm.

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Questions 50

An assessment of the skull of a normal 10-monthold baby should identify which of the following?

Options:

A.

closure of the posterior fontanel.

B.

closure of the anterior fontanel.

C.

overlap of cranial bones.

D.

ossification of the sutures.

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Questions 51

A client is to have an enema to reduce flatus. The enema tube should be inserted:

Options:

A.

4 inches.

B.

6 inches.

C.

2 inches.

D.

8 inches.

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Questions 52

Which of the following is not a primary function of the kidneys?

Options:

A.

blood pressure control

B.

vitamin D activation

C.

erythropoietin production

D.

reabsorbing waste products

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Questions 53

Which of the following represents a normal serum potassium level?

Options:

A.

1.5 mEq/L

B.

3.0 mEq/L

C.

4.0 mEq/L

D.

6.0 mEq/L

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Questions 54

An 80-year-old aphasic CVA client had abdominal surgery 2 days ago. Which of the following puts this client at the highest risk for inadequate pain management?

Options:

A.

inability to turn, cough, and breathe deeply

B.

inability to communicate pain

C.

inability to ambulate freely

D.

inability to use a bedside commode

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Questions 55

The teaching plan for a postpartum client who is about to be discharged should include which of the following instructions?

Options:

A.

“It is normal for your breasts to be tender. You should call the physician if you also have redness and fatigue.”

B.

“Because your baby was delivered vaginally, you might have to urinate more frequently.”

C.

“It is normal to run a low-grade temperature for a few days. If it is higher than 100° F, call your physician.”

D.

“Be sure to call your physician if your vaginal discharge becomes bright red.”

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Questions 56

A client who recently lost 50 pounds just received news that she is pregnant. A possible nursing diagnosis is:

Options:

A.

Actual Chronic Low Self-Esteem (related to obesity).

B.

Potential Chronic Low Self-Esteem (related to obesity).

C.

Actual Situational Low Self-Esteem (related to fear of weight regain and pregnancy).

D.

Potential Situational Low Self-Esteem (related to fear of weight regain and pregnancy).

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Questions 57

Which of the following diseases places a client at risk for developing cirrhosis?

Options:

A.

type I diabetes

B.

alcoholism

C.

leukemia

D.

glaucoma

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Questions 58

Which of the following medications should be held 24–48 hours prior to an electroencephalogram (EEG)?

Options:

A.

Lasix (furosemide)

B.

Cardizem (diltiazem)

C.

Lanoxin (digoxin)

D.

Dilantin (phenytoin)

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Questions 59

Nonpharmacological pain management involves all of the following except:

Options:

A.

hypnosis alone.

B.

psychological care, including support groups.

C.

physical and psychological modalities.

D.

pain-reducing drugs only.

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Questions 60

Which of the following infant behaviors demonstrates the concept of object permanence?

Options:

A.

The infant cries when his mother leaves the room.

B.

The infant looks at the floor to find a toy that he was playing with and dropped.

C.

The infant picks up another toy after the one he was playing with rolls under the couch.

D.

The infant participates in a game of patty-cake.

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Questions 61

Increased cortisol levels might be found in a client with which condition?

Options:

A.

Cushing’s syndrome

B.

Addison’s disease

C.

renal failure

D.

congestive heart failure

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Questions 62

All of the following are causes of vaginal bleeding in late pregnancy except:

Options:

A.

placenta previa.

B.

eclampsia.

C.

abruptio placentae.

D.

uterine rupture.

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Questions 63

A female client complains to the nurse at the health department that she has fatigue, shortness of breath, and lightheadedness. Her history reveals no significant medical problems. She states that she is always on a fad diet without any vitamin supplements. Which tests should the nurse expect the client to have first?

Options:

A.

peptic ulcer studies

B.

complete blood count, including hematocrit and hemoglobin

C.

genetic testing

D.

hemoglobin electrophoresis

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Questions 64

When a woman is receiving postpartum epidural morphine, the nurse should plan to observe for which of the following side effects to occur within the first 3 hours?

Options:

A.

nausea and vomiting

B.

itching

C.

urinary retention

D.

somnolence

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Questions 65

For which condition might a client’s antidiuretic hormone (ADH) level be increased?

Options:

A.

diabetes mellitus

B.

diabetes insipidus

C.

hypothyroidism

D.

hyperthyroidism

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Questions 66

The presence of which hormone in the urine is specifically indicative of pregnancy?

Options:

A.

estrogen

B.

progesterone

C.

testosterone

D.

human chorionic gonadotropin

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Questions 67

After 12 months of cessation of menses, which of the following assessment findings in a client who is taking hormone replacement therapy should the nurse report to the physician immediately?

Options:

A.

breast tenderness

B.

weight gain

C.

fluid retention

D.

uterine bleeding

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Questions 68

All of the following clients are in need of an emergency assessment except:

Options:

A.

a bleeding client who has an injury from falling debris.

B.

an unresponsive client.

C.

a client with an old injury.

D.

a pregnant woman with imminent delivery.

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Questions 69

A client has been taking alprazolam (Xanax) for four years to manage anxiety. The client reports taking 0.5 mg four times a day. Which statement indicates that the client understands the nurse’s teaching about discontinuing the medication?

Options:

A.

“I can drink alcohol now that I am decreasing my Xanax.”

B.

“I should not take another Xanax pill. Here is what is left of my last prescription.”

C.

“I should take three pills per day next week, then two pills for one week, then one pill for one week.”

D.

“I can expect to be sleepy for several days after stopping the medicine.”

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Questions 70

A pregnant Asian client who is experiencing morning sickness wants to take ginger to relieve the nausea. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?

Options:

A.

“I will call your physician to see if we can start some ginger.”

B.

“We don’t use home remedies in this clinic.”

C.

“Herbs are not as effective as regular medicines.”

D.

“Just eat some dry crackers instead.”

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Questions 71

Which of the following is an inappropriate item to include in planning care for a severely neutropenic client?

Options:

A.

Transfuse netrophils (granulocytes) to prevent infection.

B.

Exclude raw vegetables from the diet.

C.

Avoid administering rectal suppositories.

D.

Prohibit vases of fresh flowers and plants in the client’s room.

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Questions 72

When a client needs oxygen therapy, what is the highest flow rate that oxygen can be delivered via nasal cannula?

Options:

A.

2 liters/minute

B.

4 liters/minute

C.

6 liters/minute

D.

8 liters/minute

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Questions 73

A client who is immobilized secondary to traction is complaining of constipation. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to be ordered?

Options:

A.

Advil

B.

Anasaid

C.

Clinocil

D.

Colace

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Questions 74

To remove hard contact lenses from an unresponsive client, the nurse should:

Options:

A.

gently irrigate the eye with an irrigating solution from the inner canthus outward.

B.

grasp the lens with a gentle pinching motion.

C.

don sterile gloves before attempting the procedure.

D.

ensure that the lens is centered on the cornea before gently manipulating the lids to release the lens.

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Questions 75

Diagnostic genetic counseling, for procedures such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling, allows clients to make all of the following choices except:

Options:

A.

terminating the pregnancy.

B.

preparing for the birth of a child with special needs.

C.

accessing support services before the birth.

D.

completing the grieving process before the birth.

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Questions 76

Which of the following might be an appropriate nursing diagnosis for an epileptic client?

Options:

A.

Dysreflexia

B.

Risk for Injury

C.

Urinary Retention

D.

Unbalanced Nutrition

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Questions 77

In teaching clients with Buck’s Traction, the major areas of importance should be:

Options:

A.

nutrition, ROM exercises.

B.

ROM exercises, transportation.

C.

nutrition, elimination, comfort, safety.

D.

elimination, safety, isotonic exercises.

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Questions 78

A client with stress incontinence should be advised:

Options:

A.

to purchase absorbent undergarments.

B.

that Kegel exercises might help.

C.

that effective surgical treatments are nonexistent.

D.

that behavioral therapy is ineffective.

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Questions 79

What is the primary nutritional deficiency of concern for a strict vegetarian?

Options:

A.

vitamin C

B.

vitamin B12

C.

vitamin E

D.

magnesium

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Questions 80

How often should the nurse change the intravenous tubing on total parenteral nutrition solutions?

Options:

A.

every 24 hours

B.

every 36 hours

C.

every 48 hours

D.

every 72 hours

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Questions 81

The nurse explains to a client who underwent gastric resection that which of the following meals is most likely to cause rapid emptying of the stomach?

Options:

A.

a high-protein meal

B.

a high-fat meal

C.

a large meal regardless of nutrient content

D.

a high-carbohydrate meal

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Questions 82

A nurse is screening patients for various vaccines. Which of the following vaccines is contraindicated during pregnancy?

Options:

A.

Diphtheria

B.

Hepatitis B

C.

Mumps

D.

Tetanus

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Questions 83

A nurse teaching a patient with COPD pulmonary exercises should do which of the following?

Options:

A.

Teach pursed-lip breathing techniques.

B.

Encourage repetitive heavy lifting exercises that will increase strength.

C.

Limit exercises based on respiratory acidosis.

D.

Take breaks every 10-20 minutes with exercises.

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Questions 84

A nurse has been assigned a patient who has recently been diagnosed with Guillain-Barre’ Syndrome. Which of the following statements is the most applicable when discussing the impairments with Guillain-Barre’ Syndrome with the patient?

Options:

A.

Guillain-Barre’ Syndrome gets better after 5 years in almost all cases.

B.

Guillain-Barre’ Syndrome causes limited sensation in the abdominal region.

C.

Guillain-Barre’ Syndrome causes muscle weakness in the legs.

D.

Guillain-Barre’ Syndrome does not effect breathing in severe cases.

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Questions 85

After group therapy, the female victim of intimatepartner violence confides to the nurse that she does not feel in any immediate danger. Which of the following statements about victims of domestic violence is true?

Options:

A.

Victims of domestic violence are often the best predictors of their risk of harm.

B.

Victims of domestic violence often overestimate their safety risk.

C.

Victims of domestic violence are typically in a state of denial.

D.

Victims of domestic violence know that keeping peace with their partner is the best method of preventing another attack.

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Questions 86

A client has experienced a CVA with right hemiparesis and is ready for discharge from the hospital to a long-term care facility for rehab. To provide optimal continuity of care, the nurse should do all of the following except:

Options:

A.

document current functional status.

B.

have the physician phone a report to the receiving facility.

C.

copy appropriate parts of the medical record for transport to the receiving facility.

D.

phone a report to the facility.

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Questions 87

A nurse is instructing a person who had a left CVA and right lower extremity hemiparesis to use a quad cane. Which of the following is the most appropriate gait sequence?

Options:

A.

Place the cane in the patient’s left upper extremity, encourage cane, then right lowerextremity, then left upper extremity gait sequence.

B.

Place the cane in the patient’s left upper extremity, encourage cane, then leftlower extremity, then right upper extremity gait sequence.

C.

Place the cane in the patient’s right upperextremity, encourage cane, thenright lower extremity, then left upper extremity gait sequence.

D.

Place the cane in the patient’s right upper extremity, encourage cane, thenleft lower extremity, then right upper extremity gait sequence.

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Questions 88

A patient has recently been prescribed Lidocaine Hydrochloride. Which of the following symptoms may occur with over dosage?

Options:

A.

Memory loss and lack of appetite

B.

Confusion and fatigue

C.

Heightened reflexes

D.

Tinnitus and spasticity

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Questions 89

Medical records indicate a patient has developed a condition of respiratory alkalosis. Which of the following clinical signs would not apply to a condition of respiratory alkalosis?

Options:

A.

Muscle tetany

B.

Syncope

C.

Numbness

D.

Anxiety

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Questions 90

A client receives a cervical intracavity radium implant as part of her therapy. A common side effect of a cervical implant is:

Options:

A.

creamy, pink-tinged vaginal drainage.

B.

stomatitis.

C.

constipation.

D.

xerostomia.

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Questions 91

A client has just returned from surgery where a femoral-popliteal bypass was performed. The nurse has assessed the client and is unable to feel a pulse at either the dorsalis pedis or the posterior tibial sites of the left foot. The foot feels warm and the color is pink. What action should the nurse perform next to prevent ischemia?

Options:

A.

Notify the physician immediately.

B.

Obtain a Doppler device to check for pulses, and notify the physician if they are still absent.

C.

Wait 30 minutes and recheck the pulses.

D.

Document the finding.

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Questions 92

The ethical principle of keeping professional promises or obligations is:

Options:

A.

veracity.

B.

autonomy.

C.

fidelity.

D.

beneficence.

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Questions 93

The nurse and a colleague are on the elevator after their shift, and they hear a group of health caregivers discussing a recent client scenario. Which client right might be breached?

Options:

A.

right to refuse treatment

B.

right to continuity of care

C.

right to confidentiality

D.

right to reasonable responses to requests

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Questions 94

American families are having difficulty adequately performing their vital health care function. What are the basic reasons for this difficulty?

Options:

A.

structure of the health care system and family structure

B.

psychological factors for men and women seeking health care

C.

conditions being labeleddisabilitiesand seen as too time consuming

D.

health care organizations (HMOs) and disconnected families

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Questions 95

A client is having psychological counseling for problems communicating with his mother. Which model of stress is the most useful in reference to this stressor?

Options:

A.

Adaptation Model

B.

Stimulus-Based Model

C.

Transaction-Based Model

D.

Selye’s Model of Stress

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Questions 96

One day postoperative, the client complains of dyspnea, and his respiratory rate (RR) is 35, slightly labored, and there are no breath sounds in the lower-right base. The nurse should suspect:

Options:

A.

cor pulmonale.

B.

atelectasis.

C.

pulmonary embolus.

D.

cardiac tamponade.

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Questions 97

There are many types of torts that can be committed against clients. They include all of the following except:

Options:

A.

assault.

B.

battery.

C.

negligence.

D.

felony.

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Questions 98

A client’s central venous access device (CVAD) becomes infected. Why might the physician order antibiotics to be given through the line rather than through a peripheral IV line?

Options:

A.

to prevent infiltration of the peripheral line

B.

to reduce the pain and discomfort associated with antibiotic administration in a small vein

C.

to lessen the chance of an allergic reaction to the antibiotic

D.

to attempt to eliminate microorganisms in the catheter and prevent having to remove it

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Questions 99

Referral for client education in the community can be accomplished through all of the following except:

Options:

A.

community agencies such as the American Heart Association.

B.

parish nurses.

C.

home health care agencies.

D.

unlicensed massage therapists.

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Questions 100

Who should receive the hepatitis A vaccine?

Options:

A.

children who are 18 months of age

B.

infants, who should receive the vaccination at birth

C.

people who travel to other countries

D.

individuals who might come into contact with blood

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Questions 101

Mrs. Peterson complains of difficulty falling asleep, awakening earlier than desired, and not feeling rested. She attributes these problems to leg pain that is secondary to her arthritis. What is the most appropriate nursing diagnosis for her?

Options:

A.

Sleep Pattern Disturbances (related to arthritis)

B.

Fatigue (related to leg pain)

C.

Knowledge Deficit (regarding sleep hygiene measures)

D.

Sleep Pattern Disturbances (related to chronic leg pain)

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Questions 102

A client asks the nurse what risk factors increase the changes of getting skin cancer. The risk factors include all except:

Options:

A.

light or fair complexion.

B.

exposure to sun for great periods of time.

C.

certain diet and foods.

D.

history of bad sunburns.

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Questions 103

When a client has a chest drainage system in place, where should the system be placed?

Options:

A.

above the client’s head

B.

at the client’s shoulders

C.

at the level of the chest

D.

below the level of the chest

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Questions 104

The nurse teaching a client about hepatitis and its transmission should explain that one type of hepatitis does not produce a carrier state after its acute phase. Which type is it?

Options:

A.

hepatitis A

B.

hepatitis B

C.

hepatitis C

D.

hepatitis D

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Questions 105

A client and his family facing the end stage of a terminal illness might be best served by:

Options:

A.

a rehabilitation center.

B.

an extended care facility.

C.

Hospice.

D.

a crisis intervention center.

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Questions 106

A client is assessed by the nurse as experiencing a crisis. The nurse plans to:

Options:

A.

allow the client to work through independent problem-solving.

B.

complete an in-depth evaluation of stressors and responses to the situation.

C.

focus on immediate stress reduction.

D.

recommend ongoing therapy.

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Questions 107

The three universal spiritual needs include all of the following except:

Options:

A.

meaning and purpose.

B.

love and relatedness.

C.

forgiveness.

D.

God’s permission.

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Questions 108

The school nurse is conducting health screenings on schoolchildren. During the screening, she identifies a child with the behavioral characteristics of attention deficit disorder. Which of the following behaviors is consistent with this disorder?

Options:

A.

slow speech development

B.

overreaction to stimuli from the surroundings

C.

inability to carry on a conversation

D.

concrete thinking

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Exam Code: NCLEX-PN
Exam Name: National Council Licensure Examination(NCLEX-PN)
Last Update: Nov 23, 2024
Questions: 725

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