REX-PN Exam Review Flashcards 2026 | Verified Q&A |
Graded A+
1. Describe the role of anticoagulants in the management of deep vein
thrombosis.
Anticoagulants are used to relieve pain associated with deep vein
thrombosis.
Anticoagulants help prevent blood clots from growing and reduce
the risk of complications associated with deep vein thrombosis.
Anticoagulants are prescribed to treat infections related to deep vein
thrombosis.
Anticoagulants lower cholesterol levels in patients with deep vein
thrombosis.
2. Why is it important for a practical nurse to verify a patient's blood sugar
before administering long-acting insulin?
To assess the patient's understanding of diabetes.
To ensure the timing of insulin administration is appropriate for the
patient's current blood sugar level.
To determine if the patient is allergic to insulin.
To check if the patient has eaten recently.
3. If Denika is displaying possessiveness over toys in the playroom, how should
a nurse respond to facilitate positive social interactions?
Encourage sharing and model cooperative play.
Tell Denika that she must share her toys immediately.
Ignore the behavior to avoid confrontation.
, Provide Denika with more toys to distract her.
4. What should a practical nurse do first to verify the correct medication for a
patient?
Contact the pharmacy for medication details.
Compare the name of the drug on the medication prepackage with
the prescriber's order.
Ask the patient to confirm the medication.
Check a drug reference text.
5. What is one method a practical nurse might suggest to help a patient cope
with auditory hallucinations?
Telling the voices to go away.
Increasing his dose of antipsychotic medication.
Listening to music on his headphones.
Going for a walk.
6. What is the recommended intervention for a patient who is shouting and
agitated?
Talk with him to de-escalate the behaviour.
Offer to take him to a quiet examination room where you would
continue to monitor him closely.
Monitor his behaviour to see if he comes more agitated.
Inform him that he will be asked to leave if he does not behave.
7. Denika, age 2 years, is admitted to a hospital pediatric unit. She has a severe
case of eczema, which has resulted in many infected lesions. She will be
, receiving intravenous (IV) antibiotics. At her age, which of the following
behaviors will she likely display?
Building houses with blocks
Amusing herself with a picture book for 15 minutes
Being possessive of toys
Attempting to stay within the lines when coloring
8. If Mr. Smadu's mother notices that he is becoming increasingly agitated
during a family gathering, what should she do to ensure his safety and the
safety of others?
Engage him in a group conversation to distract him.
Encourage family members to give him space and avoid
overwhelming him.
Call a mental health professional to come to the gathering.
Ask everyone to leave the house immediately.
9. In a scenario where a patient refuses a medication due to uncertainty about
its effects, what should the practical nurse do to ensure patient safety and
understanding?
The nurse should document the refusal and move on to the next
patient.
The nurse should tell the patient that refusing medication is not an
option.
The nurse should insist the patient take the medication regardless of
their concerns.
The nurse should explain the purpose and effects of the medication,
addressing any concerns the patient has.
, 10. If a practical nurse is approached by a lawyer requesting access to a
patient's health record, what steps should the nurse take to ensure
compliance with legal and ethical standards?
The nurse should verify the lawyer's credentials and obtain patient
consent before disclosing any information.
The nurse should immediately provide the health record without any
verification.
The nurse should ask the lawyer to leave the premises.
The nurse should refuse to speak to the lawyer altogether.
11. Why might listening to music be a beneficial strategy for a patient
experiencing auditory hallucinations?
It encourages the patient to confront the voices.
It increases the effectiveness of medication.
Listening to music can provide distraction and reduce the focus on
the hallucinations.
It directly eliminates the hallucinations.
12. What is the ordered dose of digoxin in the provided scenario?
0.25mg
0.075mg
0.5mg
1.0mg
13. Why is pulmonary distress considered a priority observation for a patient
admitted to a medical unit?
Graded A+
1. Describe the role of anticoagulants in the management of deep vein
thrombosis.
Anticoagulants are used to relieve pain associated with deep vein
thrombosis.
Anticoagulants help prevent blood clots from growing and reduce
the risk of complications associated with deep vein thrombosis.
Anticoagulants are prescribed to treat infections related to deep vein
thrombosis.
Anticoagulants lower cholesterol levels in patients with deep vein
thrombosis.
2. Why is it important for a practical nurse to verify a patient's blood sugar
before administering long-acting insulin?
To assess the patient's understanding of diabetes.
To ensure the timing of insulin administration is appropriate for the
patient's current blood sugar level.
To determine if the patient is allergic to insulin.
To check if the patient has eaten recently.
3. If Denika is displaying possessiveness over toys in the playroom, how should
a nurse respond to facilitate positive social interactions?
Encourage sharing and model cooperative play.
Tell Denika that she must share her toys immediately.
Ignore the behavior to avoid confrontation.
, Provide Denika with more toys to distract her.
4. What should a practical nurse do first to verify the correct medication for a
patient?
Contact the pharmacy for medication details.
Compare the name of the drug on the medication prepackage with
the prescriber's order.
Ask the patient to confirm the medication.
Check a drug reference text.
5. What is one method a practical nurse might suggest to help a patient cope
with auditory hallucinations?
Telling the voices to go away.
Increasing his dose of antipsychotic medication.
Listening to music on his headphones.
Going for a walk.
6. What is the recommended intervention for a patient who is shouting and
agitated?
Talk with him to de-escalate the behaviour.
Offer to take him to a quiet examination room where you would
continue to monitor him closely.
Monitor his behaviour to see if he comes more agitated.
Inform him that he will be asked to leave if he does not behave.
7. Denika, age 2 years, is admitted to a hospital pediatric unit. She has a severe
case of eczema, which has resulted in many infected lesions. She will be
, receiving intravenous (IV) antibiotics. At her age, which of the following
behaviors will she likely display?
Building houses with blocks
Amusing herself with a picture book for 15 minutes
Being possessive of toys
Attempting to stay within the lines when coloring
8. If Mr. Smadu's mother notices that he is becoming increasingly agitated
during a family gathering, what should she do to ensure his safety and the
safety of others?
Engage him in a group conversation to distract him.
Encourage family members to give him space and avoid
overwhelming him.
Call a mental health professional to come to the gathering.
Ask everyone to leave the house immediately.
9. In a scenario where a patient refuses a medication due to uncertainty about
its effects, what should the practical nurse do to ensure patient safety and
understanding?
The nurse should document the refusal and move on to the next
patient.
The nurse should tell the patient that refusing medication is not an
option.
The nurse should insist the patient take the medication regardless of
their concerns.
The nurse should explain the purpose and effects of the medication,
addressing any concerns the patient has.
, 10. If a practical nurse is approached by a lawyer requesting access to a
patient's health record, what steps should the nurse take to ensure
compliance with legal and ethical standards?
The nurse should verify the lawyer's credentials and obtain patient
consent before disclosing any information.
The nurse should immediately provide the health record without any
verification.
The nurse should ask the lawyer to leave the premises.
The nurse should refuse to speak to the lawyer altogether.
11. Why might listening to music be a beneficial strategy for a patient
experiencing auditory hallucinations?
It encourages the patient to confront the voices.
It increases the effectiveness of medication.
Listening to music can provide distraction and reduce the focus on
the hallucinations.
It directly eliminates the hallucinations.
12. What is the ordered dose of digoxin in the provided scenario?
0.25mg
0.075mg
0.5mg
1.0mg
13. Why is pulmonary distress considered a priority observation for a patient
admitted to a medical unit?
