NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A newborn weighed 7 pounds 2 ounces at birth. The nurse assesses the newborn at home 2 days later and finds the weight to be 6 pounds 7 ounces. What should the nurse tell the parents about this weight loss?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The loss is within normal limits. A newborn is expected to lose 5-10% of the birth weight in the first few days post-partum because of changes in elimination and feeding.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing to change the dressing of a client with a venous access device. Because it is the first time the nurse has performed the skill, he reads the unit policy manual and asks another nurse how to best perform the dressing change. The skill level of the nurse at this time is best described as:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A nurse performing a skill for the first time, relying on guidelines and assistance, is a novice. Higher levels require experience and independence.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of type 1 diabetes who is receiving insulin detemir (Levemir) 15 units SC daily. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sweating and shakiness indicate hypoglycemia, a medical emergency with insulin detemir. Options A, C, and D are less urgent: fatigue is nonspecific, thirst is expected, and headache is common.
Question 4 of 5
A client is admitted with a diagnosis of myxedema. An initial assessment of the client would reveal the symptoms of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Myxedema (severe hypothyroidism) causes weight gain, lethargy, slowed speech, and decreased respiratory rate due to slowed metabolism. Other options describe hyperthyroidism or mixed symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
When admitting a client who has acute glomerulonephritis, the nurse expects that the client will report which information?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acute glomerulonephritis is often post-streptococcal, following pharyngitis. Bladder/kidney infections or sexual partners are less directly related.