NGN PN Nursing Exam Prep
Practice Test

Which federal regulation is most essential in ensuring that healthcare providers undertake measures to protect patient data from cyber threats?

A patient with a new prescription for liquid potassium supplement is being educated by the nurse. Which of the following instructions should be included in this education? Select all that apply.

What is the optimal position for a patient receiving oxygen via nasal cannula to ensure effective breathing and comfort?

A nurse is using a patient lift to reposition a bedridden patient. What is the primary reason for utilizing this device?

Which of the following statements is/are true about administering comfort care to a patient in palliative care? Select all that apply.

You are caring for an elderly patient with congestive heart failure (CHF). The patient is prescribed diuretics to manage their condition. You will include all the following interventions in the care plan except:

The licensed practical nurse is caring for a 45-year-old female who believes she can communicate with world leaders telepathically and influences global decisions. Her beliefs are best described as:

A patient with dementia often becomes agitated in the late afternoon. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement immediately? Select all that apply.

You are tasked with discharging a patient who is visually impaired. What is the most appropriate action to ensure the patient understands their discharge instructions?

A young patient in your care has been experimenting with methamphetamine. During your discussion about health risks, you explain that using methamphetamine can lead to which of the following critical health conditions?

Which three factors are essential to consider for a comprehensive approach to community health and wellness?

During a health class, a student expresses concern that her 10-year-old brother is frequently seeking approval from classmates rather than family members. Referring to Erikson's psychosocial development theory, what is the most appropriate response?

A licensed practical nurse is assessing a 35-year-old male patient who has recently undergone an appendectomy. The patient's temperature is 101.5°F (38.6°C). The best action to take next is to:

You are counseling a 45-year-old female patient with newly diagnosed hypertension. Which of the following lifestyle modifications is most effective in achieving significant reductions in blood pressure?

What is the American Nurses Association (ANA) definition of health?

Which of the following is considered a primitive cardiovascular reflex in neonates?

For optimal administration of ear drops to a patient with an ear infection, the nurse should instruct the patient to position their head in which of the following ways?

A patient recovering from major knee surgery is hesitant to start physical therapy due to fear of pain. Which strategy would most effectively encourage early participation in rehabilitation?

The nurse is educating a patient on the newly diagnosed deep vein thrombosis (DVT). The nurse explains that:

A patient comes into the clinic with severe shortness of breath and a sudden onset of chest pain. You quickly determine that the patient might be experiencing a pneumothorax (collapsed lung). The physician is not immediate available and is 15 minutes away. What should you do to manage the situation?

All of the following are potential effects of beta-blockers except:

You are preparing to administer a dose of Digoxin to a patient. The patient has been prescribed an antihypertensive medication, Lisinopril. Before administering these medications, you should:

Your patient has just completed a colonoscopy. What symptom should you anticipate following this procedure?

A patient is inquiring about protection against different forms of meningitis. The nurse informs the patient about the available vaccinations to protect against which of the following meningococcal serogroups in the United States? Select all that apply.

A patient with asthma is pregnant and has been using a corticosteroid inhaler. She asks if it is safe to continue this medication during her pregnancy. Choose the best response:

Which of the following clinical parameters indicates that a patient on diuretic therapy is achieving the desired therapeutic effect?

During a safety round, the nurse notices the patient monitor is not functioning. What is the appropriate action for the nurse to take?

Under what circumstances should a healthcare worker use gloves and gowns?

Which of the following situations would require the nurse to implement contact isolation precautions? Select all that apply.

A patient is admitted with a wound infection after recent overseas surgery. The medical history indicates a high likelihood of an infection transmitted via contact with contaminated surfaces or equipment. Which of the following organisms is the patient most likely infected with? Select all that apply.