NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A pre-term newborn is to be fed breast milk through nasogastric tube. Breast milk is preferred over formula for premature infants because it
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Provides antibodies. Breast milk offers maternal antibodies, enhancing immunity in preterm infants.
Extract:
A client before administration of captopril (Capoten).
Question 2 of 5
The MOST appropriate nursing action before administration of captopril (Capoten) would be to check the client's
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: Think about each answer choice and how it relates to Capoten. (1) important, but not a priority (2) correct-is an antihypertensive that necessitates that a BP be assessed prior to administration (3) important, but not priority (4) unnecessary to assess prior to the administration of the medication
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis about methotrexate (Rheumatrex). Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stopping methotrexate when joints feel better is incorrect, as rheumatoid arthritis requires ongoing treatment to prevent flares. Options A, B, and C are correct: alcohol increases hepatotoxicity, food reduces GI upset, and bruising may indicate thrombocytopenia.
Question 4 of 5
The nursing intervention that best describes treatment to deal with the behaviors of clients with personality disorders include
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Consistent limit-setting enforced 24 hours per day. This helps restructure maladaptive behaviors in personality disorders.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving IV fluids at 125 mL/hour. Which of the following findings would be of GREATest concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Jugular vein distension suggests fluid overload, a serious complication of IV fluids, potentially leading to heart failure. Options A, B, and D are normal: blood pressure 130/80 mmHg, heart rate 80 bpm, and urine output 50 mL/hour indicate stability.