CALIFORNIA LVN PRACTICE LICENSING EXAM (100
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1. Which task can an LVN safely delegate to a certified nursing assistant (CNA)?
A. Administering oral medications
B. Measuring intake and output
C. Assessing lung sounds
D. Teaching incentive spirometry
Answer: B
Rationale: CNAs may measure and report intake and output. Assessment, teaching, and
medication administration require licensed nursing judgment.
2. A patient with hypoglycemia is conscious and alert. What should the LVN do
first?
A. Administer IV dextrose
B. Give insulin
C. Provide 15 g of fast-acting carbohydrates
D. Call the provider
Answer: C
Rationale: Conscious hypoglycemic patients should receive fast-acting carbohydrates per
the 15-15 rule.
3. Which vital sign change is most concerning?
A. BP 120/80 to 130/84
B. HR 72 to 96
,C. RR 16 to 28
D. Temp 98.6°F to 99.1°F
Answer: C
Rationale: A rapid increase in respiratory rate may indicate respiratory distress and
requires immediate evaluation.
4. A patient receiving opioids is at greatest risk for which complication?
A. Hypertension
B. Respiratory depression
C. Hyperglycemia
D. Tachycardia
Answer: B
Rationale: Opioids suppress the respiratory center, making respiratory depression the
most serious risk.
5. Which finding indicates effective pain management?
A. Patient sleeping
B. Stable vital signs
C. Patient reports pain decreased from 8/10 to 3/10
D. No longer requesting medication
Answer: C
Rationale: Pain is subjective; the patient’s report is the most reliable indicator of pain
control.
6. Which patient should the LVN assess first?
A. Post-op patient with pain 6/10
B. Diabetic patient with glucose 68 mg/dL
C. Patient awaiting discharge
D. Patient requesting PRN antiemetic
Answer: B
Rationale: Hypoglycemia is potentially life-threatening and requires immediate
intervention.
, 7. A patient with CHF has crackles in both lungs. What action is priority?
A. Encourage fluids
B. Administer oxygen
C. Place patient flat
D. Increase IV fluids
Answer: B
Rationale: Crackles indicate pulmonary congestion; oxygen improves gas exchange
immediately.
8. The purpose of a sterile field is to:
A. Reduce costs
B. Maintain cleanliness
C. Prevent infection
D. Improve comfort
Answer: C
Rationale: Sterile technique prevents introduction of microorganisms into the body.
9. Which food is best for a patient on a low-sodium diet?
A. Ham sandwich
B. Canned soup
C. Fresh grilled chicken
D. Pickles
Answer: C
Rationale: Fresh, unprocessed foods are lowest in sodium.
10. A patient receiving warfarin should avoid which food?
A. Apples
B. Bananas
C. Spinach
D. Rice
QUESTIONS) NEWEST UPDATED 2026 2027 ACTUAL
EXAM WITH ACCURATE QUESTIONS & CORRECT
VERIFIED ANSWERS 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS
RATED A+ {NEW BRAND REAL EXAM}
1. Which task can an LVN safely delegate to a certified nursing assistant (CNA)?
A. Administering oral medications
B. Measuring intake and output
C. Assessing lung sounds
D. Teaching incentive spirometry
Answer: B
Rationale: CNAs may measure and report intake and output. Assessment, teaching, and
medication administration require licensed nursing judgment.
2. A patient with hypoglycemia is conscious and alert. What should the LVN do
first?
A. Administer IV dextrose
B. Give insulin
C. Provide 15 g of fast-acting carbohydrates
D. Call the provider
Answer: C
Rationale: Conscious hypoglycemic patients should receive fast-acting carbohydrates per
the 15-15 rule.
3. Which vital sign change is most concerning?
A. BP 120/80 to 130/84
B. HR 72 to 96
,C. RR 16 to 28
D. Temp 98.6°F to 99.1°F
Answer: C
Rationale: A rapid increase in respiratory rate may indicate respiratory distress and
requires immediate evaluation.
4. A patient receiving opioids is at greatest risk for which complication?
A. Hypertension
B. Respiratory depression
C. Hyperglycemia
D. Tachycardia
Answer: B
Rationale: Opioids suppress the respiratory center, making respiratory depression the
most serious risk.
5. Which finding indicates effective pain management?
A. Patient sleeping
B. Stable vital signs
C. Patient reports pain decreased from 8/10 to 3/10
D. No longer requesting medication
Answer: C
Rationale: Pain is subjective; the patient’s report is the most reliable indicator of pain
control.
6. Which patient should the LVN assess first?
A. Post-op patient with pain 6/10
B. Diabetic patient with glucose 68 mg/dL
C. Patient awaiting discharge
D. Patient requesting PRN antiemetic
Answer: B
Rationale: Hypoglycemia is potentially life-threatening and requires immediate
intervention.
, 7. A patient with CHF has crackles in both lungs. What action is priority?
A. Encourage fluids
B. Administer oxygen
C. Place patient flat
D. Increase IV fluids
Answer: B
Rationale: Crackles indicate pulmonary congestion; oxygen improves gas exchange
immediately.
8. The purpose of a sterile field is to:
A. Reduce costs
B. Maintain cleanliness
C. Prevent infection
D. Improve comfort
Answer: C
Rationale: Sterile technique prevents introduction of microorganisms into the body.
9. Which food is best for a patient on a low-sodium diet?
A. Ham sandwich
B. Canned soup
C. Fresh grilled chicken
D. Pickles
Answer: C
Rationale: Fresh, unprocessed foods are lowest in sodium.
10. A patient receiving warfarin should avoid which food?
A. Apples
B. Bananas
C. Spinach
D. Rice
