NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is working in an outpatient orthopedic clinic. During the patient's history the patient reports, 'I tore 3 of my 4 Rotator cuff muscles in the past.' Which of the following muscles cannot be considered as possibly being torn?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Teres Minor, Infraspinatus, Supraspinatus, and Subscapularis make up the Rotator Cuff.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of ulcerative colitis.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A white blood cell count of 15,000/mm³ suggests infection or severe inflammation in ulcerative colitis, requiring immediate attention. Low hemoglobin and albumin are common, and normal potassium is unremarkable.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of schizophrenia who is receiving haloperidol (Haldol) 5 mg PO bid. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Muscle stiffness and tremors suggest extrapyramidal symptoms, a serious haloperidol side effect. Options A, B, and D are less urgent.
Question 5 of 5
A client admitted with tuberculosis asks the nurse how long he will have to take his prescription for INH. The best answer for the nurse to give the client is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: INH (isoniazid) treatment for active tuberculosis typically lasts 6-9 months. Six weeks is too short, and indefinite treatment is incorrect.