NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A woman who recently had a simple mastectomy is about to be discharged. She seems very concerned about such things as where to find the best prosthesis, suitable underwear, and swimsuits, and adjusting to life with only one breast. Which resource is appropriate for the nurse to recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reach to Recovery offers peer support and resources for mastectomy patients, addressing prosthesis and lifestyle adjustments. Other options are less specific.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assisting a client with deep breathing and coughing exercises following abdominal surgery. What instruction is most appropriate for the nurse to give the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Splinting the incision reduces pain and supports effective deep breathing and coughing, preventing postoperative complications.
Question 3 of 5
A post-operative client is admitted to the post-anesthesia recovery room (PACU). The anesthetist reports that malignant hyperthermia occurred during surgery. The nurse recognizes that this complication is related to what factor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Malignant hyperthermia is a rare, potentially fatal adverse reaction to inhaled anesthetics. There is a genetic predisposition to this disorder.
Question 4 of 5
A client had a thoracotomy 3 hours ago. For the past 2 hours there has been 100 cc per hour of bloody chest drainage. Which of the following actions should the nurse take FIRST?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Excessive chest drainage (100 cc/hour) suggests hemorrhage, requiring immediate physician notification. Options A, B, and C are secondary interventions.
Question 5 of 5
A high school nurse observes a 14 year-old female rubbing her scalp excessively in the gym. The most appropriate course of action for the nurse to do is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Observation of the student's hair is the next step.