Regular > LPN

Exam Review

Lpn fundamentals exam (basic nursing)

We are excited to announce the release of a NEW VERSION OF THE SYSTEM! To benefit from the latest features, improvements, and component updates, please switch to the new system as soon as possible.

Total Questions : 50

Showing 10 questions, Sign in for more
Question 1:

A post-surgical patient reports feeling a "pop" in their surgical wound to the nurse. The nurse noted pinkish drainage on the client's dressing. Upon assessment, the nurse noted a protruding bowel loop. What should be the nurse's immediate action?

Answer and Explanation

A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments

Question 2:

The nurse is auscultating the lungs and hears vesicular sounds at the bases of the lungs. What should the nurse do next?

Answer and Explanation

A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments

Question 3:

A nurse is preparing a client for a physical assessment. The client appears anxious about the assessment. Which statement by the nurse would be the most appropriate?

Answer and Explanation

A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments

Question 4:

A client who came through the emergency department with a fractured leg will be transported to surgery within the hour and admitted as an inpatient. When the client asks how long hospitalization will occur after surgery, what is the appropriate nursing response?

Answer and Explanation

A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments

Question 5:

The nurse is preparing to conduct a head-to-toe physical assessment. Which considerations will allow for a safe and appropriate physical assessment environment?

Answer and Explanation

A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments

Question 6:

Colace elixir is ordered 100 mg PO at bedtime for constipation.

The available medication contains 10 mg/ 2 ml.

The nurse will administer how many ml?

Answer and Explanation

A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments

Question 7:

A client is prescribed Bentyl 20 mg PO TID.

The drug is available in 10 mg capsules.

How many capsules will he receive in 24 hours?

Answer and Explanation

A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments

Question 8:

A nurse is feeding a visually impaired client who is unable to feed themselves. How should the nurse manage the feeding for this client?

Answer and Explanation

A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments

Question 9:

A client experienced a left above-the-knee amputation (AKA) due to a motorcycle accident one week prior. The client called the nurse, stating feeling burning pain on the surface of his left lower leg. The nurse understands the client is experiencing which of the following:

Answer and Explanation

A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments

Question 10:

During a focused respiratory assessment of two clients, the nurse notes the following:
What skin color variation should the nurse document this as:

Answer and Explanation

A
Your comment is awaiting moderation.
This field cannot be empty!!
0 Pulse Checks
No comments

Sign Up or Login to view all the 50 Questions on this Exam

Join over 100,000+ nursing students using Naxlex’s science-backend flashcards, practice tests and expert solutions to improve their grades and reach their goals.

Sign Up Now
learning

Join Naxlex Nursing for nursing questions & guides! Sign Up Now