CPNRE EXAM STUDY GUIDE &
PRACTICE QUESTIONS | CANADIAN
PRACTICAL NURSE LATEST UPDATE
2025
When preparing to administer a medication by injection, what factor
determines syringe size?: - CORRECT ANSWER-- Based on the volume
and dosage of the medication
- Type of injection
- Age and size
- Most adult IMs are given using a 3ml syringe
- Small doses under 1ml should be given with a tuberculin syringe
,Where does the nurse discard a syringe after administering an IM
medication?: - CORRECT ANSWER-- Sharps container
Which syringe would the LPN select to administer 26 units of insulin?: -
CORRECT ANSWER-- 0.5ml
Clinical manifestations of early stage Pyrexia: - CORRECT ANSWER--
Flushed, warm skin
Hypoglycemia: - CORRECT ANSWER-- Low sugar
- Glucagon released by alpha cells in pancreas
- Shaking, dizziness, sweating, irritable, hunger, tachycardia, weakness,
fatigue, impaired vision
- cold and clammy = get some candy
Hyperglycemia: - CORRECT ANSWER-- High blood sugar
- Insulin released by beta cells in pancreas
,- Frequent urination, dry skin, fruity scented breath, dry mouth, weakness,
thirst
- Hot and dry = sugars high
Normal Vitals (Adult): - CORRECT ANSWER-- Temp : 36-38 degrees
- Pulse : 60-100
- BP: 120/80
- R: 12-20
- SPO2: 95%-100%
Abnormal Vitals (Adult): - CORRECT ANSWER-- Temp: Over 38 degrees
- Over 100BPM or under 60BPM
- Over 140/90 or under 90/60
- R: Under 12 or over 20
- SPO2: under 90%
, 1. A client with a history of COPD is admitted. Which assessment data is
most concerning?
a. Bilateral crackles
b. Oxygen saturation of 92%
c. Sitting in the tripod position.
d. Respiratory rate of 20 breaths/min. - CORRECT ANSWER-- A
- Bilateral crackles
2. When caring for a client after an incisional cholecystectomy, what
intervention is the highest priority?
a. Educating on low-fat food choices to prevent diarrhea.
b. Deep breathing to prevent respiratory complications.
c. Performing leg exercises to prevent foot drop.
d. Early ambulation to prevent constipation. - CORRECT ANSWER-- B
- Deep breathing to prevent respiratory complications
3. What should the LPN do for a client that exhibits signs of sleep
disturbance?
PRACTICE QUESTIONS | CANADIAN
PRACTICAL NURSE LATEST UPDATE
2025
When preparing to administer a medication by injection, what factor
determines syringe size?: - CORRECT ANSWER-- Based on the volume
and dosage of the medication
- Type of injection
- Age and size
- Most adult IMs are given using a 3ml syringe
- Small doses under 1ml should be given with a tuberculin syringe
,Where does the nurse discard a syringe after administering an IM
medication?: - CORRECT ANSWER-- Sharps container
Which syringe would the LPN select to administer 26 units of insulin?: -
CORRECT ANSWER-- 0.5ml
Clinical manifestations of early stage Pyrexia: - CORRECT ANSWER--
Flushed, warm skin
Hypoglycemia: - CORRECT ANSWER-- Low sugar
- Glucagon released by alpha cells in pancreas
- Shaking, dizziness, sweating, irritable, hunger, tachycardia, weakness,
fatigue, impaired vision
- cold and clammy = get some candy
Hyperglycemia: - CORRECT ANSWER-- High blood sugar
- Insulin released by beta cells in pancreas
,- Frequent urination, dry skin, fruity scented breath, dry mouth, weakness,
thirst
- Hot and dry = sugars high
Normal Vitals (Adult): - CORRECT ANSWER-- Temp : 36-38 degrees
- Pulse : 60-100
- BP: 120/80
- R: 12-20
- SPO2: 95%-100%
Abnormal Vitals (Adult): - CORRECT ANSWER-- Temp: Over 38 degrees
- Over 100BPM or under 60BPM
- Over 140/90 or under 90/60
- R: Under 12 or over 20
- SPO2: under 90%
, 1. A client with a history of COPD is admitted. Which assessment data is
most concerning?
a. Bilateral crackles
b. Oxygen saturation of 92%
c. Sitting in the tripod position.
d. Respiratory rate of 20 breaths/min. - CORRECT ANSWER-- A
- Bilateral crackles
2. When caring for a client after an incisional cholecystectomy, what
intervention is the highest priority?
a. Educating on low-fat food choices to prevent diarrhea.
b. Deep breathing to prevent respiratory complications.
c. Performing leg exercises to prevent foot drop.
d. Early ambulation to prevent constipation. - CORRECT ANSWER-- B
- Deep breathing to prevent respiratory complications
3. What should the LPN do for a client that exhibits signs of sleep
disturbance?
