NACE General Practice 2

Question 1

The NACE I PN-RN exam is designed for which population of nursing students?

Accepted Answer

Licensed practical nurses seeking registered nurse licensure through an accelerated program

Answer

New nursing students entering an LPN program

Answer

Registered nurses pursuing a master's degree

Answer

Nursing students entering a doctoral program

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a patient who reports chest pain radiating to the left arm. Which action should the nurse take first?

Accepted Answer

Assess the patient's pain characteristics and vital signs

Answer

Administer aspirin as ordered

Answer

Apply oxygen via nasal cannula

Answer

Obtain a 12-lead ECG

Question 3

Which electrolyte is primarily responsible for maintaining cardiac rhythm and muscle function?

Accepted Answer

Potassium

Answer

Sodium

Answer

Calcium

Answer

Chloride

Question 4

A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a patient with newly diagnosed hypertension. Which lifestyle modification should be emphasized first?

Accepted Answer

Reduce sodium intake to less than 2,300 mg per day

Answer

Begin a high-intensity exercise program immediately

Answer

Take herbal supplements for blood pressure control

Answer

Increase caffeine intake to boost metabolism

Question 5

A patient is prescribed a clear liquid diet. Which item is appropriate for this diet?

Accepted Answer

Apple juice

Answer

Tomato soup

Answer

Vanilla pudding

Answer

Yogurt

Question 6

Which nursing intervention is most appropriate for preventing hospital-acquired pressure injuries?

Accepted Answer

Performing regular skin assessments using the Braden Scale

Answer

Massaging reddened bony prominences vigorously

Answer

Keeping the skin moist at all times to prevent dryness

Answer

Using donut-shaped cushions for all bed-bound patients