NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult who is on an American Dietetic Association (ADA) diabetic diet tells the nurse that she will not eat the asparagus that is on her tray. What would be an appropriate substitute for the nurse to offer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Broccoli, like asparagus, is a non-starchy vegetable, fitting the ADA diabetic diet's emphasis on low-glycemic foods. Corn, peas, and beets are higher in carbohydrates.
Question 2 of 5
A client with tuberculosis is started on Rifampin. Which one of the following statements by the nurse would be appropriate to include in teaching? 'You may notice:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Discoloration of the urine and other body fluids may occur. It is a harmless response to the drug, but the patient needs to be aware it may happen.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is talking with an adult who says she has chronic constipation. What suggestion would probably be most helpful to the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fruits and vegetables are high in fiber, promoting bowel regularity and alleviating constipation. Rice is low-fiber, Lomotil slows motility, and limiting fluids to meals can worsen constipation.
Question 4 of 5
The initial response by the nurse to a delusional client who refuses to eat because of a belief that the food is poisoned is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: You think that someone wants to poison you? This acknowledges the client's perception, opening discussion and expressing doubt.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of epilepsy about lamotrigine (Lamictal). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A skin rash may indicate Stevens-Johnson syndrome, a serious lamotrigine side effect. Options A, C, and D are incorrect: grapefruit juice is irrelevant, stopping the medication risks seizures, and blood Test s are needed.