NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a patient in the rehab unit at shift change. The patient has suffered a TBI 3 weeks ago. Which of the following is the most distinguishing characteristic of a neurological disturbance?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: LOC is the most critical indicator of impaired neurological capabilities.
Question 2 of 5
The LPN/LVN is to perform a sterile procedure. Which action will maintain a sterile field?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping the sterile field in view ensures no contamination occurs, maintaining sterility during the procedure.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of pancreatitis.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low-fat, high-protein diet reduces pancreatic stimulation and supports tissue repair in chronic pancreatitis. High-fat diets exacerbate symptoms, and carbohydrate balance is less critical.
Question 4 of 5
A 69-year-old woman has been receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for several weeks. If the TPN were abruptly discontinued, the nurse would expect the patient to exhibit
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: insulin levels remain high while glucose levels decline; results in hypoglycemia; will also see restlessness, headache, weakness, irritability, apprehension, lack of muscle coordination
Extract:
At 11 AM a patient returned to the nursing unit from the postanesthesia care unit (PACU) following a hemorrhoidectomy. At noon the patient complains of pain. The physician has ordered meperidine (Demerol) 50 mg IV q 3-4 hrs. The chart indicates that the patient was given Demerol 50 mg IV at 9:15 AM.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) no reason to call the physician (2) can't change amount of medication ordered by physician (3) medication is ordered every 3 to 4 hours, should not wait if patient needs medication after 3 hours (4) correct-give patient the medication as ordered