NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 7 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A diabetic client is taking Lantus insulin for regulation of his blood glucose levels. The nurse should know that this insulin will most likely be administered:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lantus is a long-acting insulin typically administered at night to provide basal coverage. Options A, C, and D are incorrect for its dosing schedule.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of asthma who is receiving albuterol via nebulizer. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A heart rate of 120 bpm suggests tachycardia, a serious albuterol side effect. Options B, C, and D are normal or expected.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse knows that the MOST reliable client measure for evaluating the desired response diuretic therapy is to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: effectiveness of diuretic therapy is demonstrated by decreased edema and is measured by daily weights
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of tuberculosis.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Airborne precautions are required for active tuberculosis to prevent transmission via respiratory droplets. Standard, droplet, and contact precautions are insufficient.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client who is preparing to breast-feed. What is the best approach to promote successful breast-feeding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assist her to position the newborn at the breast. While all of the responses are helpful in teaching, the priority is placing the infant to breast as soon after birth as possible to establish contact and allow the newborn to begin to suck.