NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is receiving a nitroglycerin infusion for unstable angina. What assessment would be a priority when monitoring the effects of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Since an effect of this drug is vasodilation, the client must be monitored for hypotension.
Question 2 of 5
A nursing student asks the nurse manager to explain the forces that drive health care reform. The appropriate response by the nurse manager should include
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The escalation of fees with a decreased reimbursement percentage. The percentage of the gross national product representing health care costs rose dramatically with reimbursement based on fee for service. Reimbursement for Medicare and Medicaid recipients based on fee for service also escalates health care costs.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is in ketoacidosis. Which blood gas values are most consistent with the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diabetic ketoacidosis causes metabolic acidosis: low pH, low HCO3, and low pCO2 due to compensatory hyperventilation.
Question 4 of 5
When assessing a client who has just undergone a cardioversion, the practical nurse (LPN) finds the respirations are 12/minute. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Continue to monitor respirations. A rate of 12/minute is acceptable post-cardioversion, requiring no immediate intervention.
Question 5 of 5
The client is admitted to the unit with the following lab values. Which of the following lab values should be reported immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A $\mathrm{PO}_2$ of 72% indicates severe hypoxemia, requiring immediate intervention. BUN, hemoglobin, and WBC values are less urgent.