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 assesses the use of coping mechanisms by an adolescent 1 week after the client had a motor vehicle accident resulting in multiple serious injuries. Which of these characteristics are most likely to be displayed?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Helplessness and hopelessness may contribute to regressive, dependent behavior which often occurs at any age with hospitalization. Denying or minimizing the seriousness of the illness is used to avoid facing the worst situation. Recall that denial is the initial step in the process of working through any loss.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis about methotrexate (Rheumatrex). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Methotrexate can cause bone marrow suppression; fever or sore throat may indicate infection, requiring reporting. Options A, B, and D are incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
If a very active two year-old client pulls his tunneled central venous catheter out, what initial nursing action is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: If a central venous catheter is accidentally removed, pressure should be applied to the vein entry site to prevent bleeding and complications.
Question 5 of 5
A 72 year-old client is scheduled to have a cardioversion. A nurse reviews the client's medication administration record. The nurse should notify the health care provider if the client received which medication during the preceding 24 hours?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Digoxin (Lanoxin). Digoxin increases ventricular irritability and increases the risk of ventricular fibrillation following cardioversion. The other medications do not increase ventricular irritability.