NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 3-year-old with coarctation of the aorta is scheduled for corrective surgery. Which preoperative lab result should be reported to the physician?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A WBC of 14,000 suggests possible infection, which should be reported before surgery, so B is correct. HCT 48% , platelet count 200,000 , and RBC 5.3 are within normal ranges.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of heart failure who is receiving spironolactone (Aldactone) 25 mg PO daily. Which of the following client statements would be of GREATest concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Muscle cramps suggest hyperkalemia, a serious side effect of spironolactone, a potassium-sparing diuretic, requiring immediate evaluation to prevent arrhythmias. Options A, B, and D are less concerning: fatigue and dry mouth are nonspecific, and taking with food is acceptable.
Question 3 of 5
A home care nurse is planning activities for the day. Which of the following clients should the nurse see FIRST?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: symptoms of pulmonary edema; requires immediate attention
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client following removal of the thyroid. Immediately post-op the nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's position reduces swelling and supports the surgical site post-thyroidectomy. Turning the head or flexing the neck risks wound dehiscence. Supine with sandbags is unnecessary and uncomfortable.
Question 5 of 5
A prenatal client tests positive for chlamydia in her ninth month. She asks why she should be treated since she does not have symptoms. The nurse should tell the client that if she is not treated before delivery, there is a risk of which problem?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Untreated chlamydia can cause neonatal conjunctivitis (ophthalmia neonatorum) during vaginal delivery, necessitating treatment to prevent infant complications.