NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
An adolescent for a lumbar puncture.
Question 1 of 5
It is MOST important that the nurse make which of the following statements?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) general anesthetic is not used (2) fluids are not restricted before the Test (3) correct-to prevent a post-lumbar puncture headache, client should remain flat in bed for eight hours after the Test (4) inappropriate for this procedure
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is discussing negativity with the parents of a 30 month-old child. How should the nurse tell the parents to best respond to this behavior?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Use patience and a sense of humor to deal with this behavior. This approach supports the toddler’s developing autonomy.
Question 3 of 5
The home care nurse is instructing a client recently diagnosed with tuberculosis.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adherence to a 6-9 month medication regimen is critical to cure tuberculosis and prevent drug resistance. While respiratory precautions, family support, and masks are important, long-term medication compliance is the most essential for treatment success.
Extract:
A client who is receiving hydralazine (Apresoline) q6h has a blood pressure of 90/60.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following nursing actions would be MOST appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: Answers are a mix of assessments and implementations. Is there an appropriate assessment? No. Determine the outcome of the implementations. (1) correct-BP of 90/60 is too low for an additional dose of medication, withholding the medication and checking with the doctor is appropriate (2) assessment, appropriate nursing action for a client on an antihypertensive that has diuretic effects due to increased blood flow to the kidney, not a priority in this instance (3) unnecessary (4) appropriate nursing action for a client on an antihypertensive that has diuretic effects due to increased blood flow to the kidney, not a priority in this instance
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is doing preconception counseling with a woman who is planning a pregnancy. Which of the following statements suggests that the client understands the connection between alcohol consumption and fetal alcohol syndrome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: If I drink, my baby may be harmed before I know I am pregnant. This reflects awareness of alcohol's early fetal risks.