Test Prep NCLEX-PN Exam Questions
National Council Licensure Examination(NCLEX-PN) (Page 4 )

Updated On: 21-Feb-2026

Which of the following foods is a complete protein?

  1. corn
  2. eggs
  3. peanuts
  4. sunflower seeds

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

Eggs are a complete protein. The remaining options are incomplete proteins.



Which condition is associated with inadequate intake of vitamin C?

  1. rickets
  2. marasmus
  3. kwashiorkor
  4. scurvy

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

Scurvy is associated with inadequate intake of vitamin C. The remaining choices refer to other nutritional deficiencies.



What is the primary nutritional deficiency of concern for a strict vegetarian?

  1. vitamin C
  2. vitamin B12
  3. vitamin E
  4. magnesium

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

Vitamin B12 is the primary nutritional deficiency of concern for a strict vegetarian.



How often should the nurse change the intravenous tubing on total parenteral nutrition solutions?

  1. every 24 hours
  2. every 36 hours
  3. every 48 hours
  4. every 72 hours

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

The nurse should change the intravenous tubing on total parenteral nutrition solutions every 24 hours, due to the high risk of bacterial growth.



Which of the following values should the nurse monitor closely while a client is on total parenteral nutrition?

  1. calcium
  2. magnesium
  3. glucose
  4. cholesterol

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Glucose is monitored closely when a client is on total parenteral nutrition, due to high glucose concentration in the solutions. The other values are not monitored as closely.






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