NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A woman who was recently diagnosed with multiple myeloma says to the nurse, 'Why did this happen to me? I've always been a good person. What did I do to deserve this?' What should the nurse do initially?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's emotional distress validates her feelings, fostering therapeutic communication. Other responses dismiss or redirect her concerns.
Question 2 of 5
An adult is admitted with gastroenteritis. The physician has ordered prochlorperazine (Compazine) 10 mg PO tid PRN or prochlorperazine (Compazine) 5 mg suppository every 6 hours PRN and loperamide (Imodium) 2 mg PO PRN. The client has an episode of diarrhea and complains of nausea. What should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nausea and diarrhea warrant both prochlorperazine (anti-emetic) and loperamide (anti-diarrheal) orally, addressing both symptoms effectively.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assisting the physician with the insertion of a central venous catheter. Which statement best explains the rationale for placing the client in Trendelenburg position?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Trendelenburg position elevates the veins, making central venous catheter insertion easier. Comfort , tachycardia , and emboli are not primary concerns.
Extract:
A client is seen in the clinic for complaints of back pain.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following actions, if performed by the client, would indicate that teaching has been effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: 'Teaching has been effective' indicates a true statement. (1) causes stress on lumbar region of back (2) causes stress on lower spine (3) correct-provides lumbar flexion, decreasing pressure on lower spine (4) should have feet apart for wide base of support
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
Which assessment finding is most indicative of increased ICP in a client admitted with a basilar skull fracture?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Papilledema, or swelling of the optic disc, is a specific sign of increased intracranial pressure due to pressure on the optic nerve. Nausea, vomiting, headache, and dizziness are less specific symptoms, so answers A, B, and C are incorrect.