NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Lithium carbonate is prescribed for an adult. The nurse knows the client is most likely to have which condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lithium carbonate is primarily used to stabilize mood in bipolar disorder, particularly for mania.
Question 2 of 5
The nursing team consists of one RN, two LPNs/LVNs, and three nursing assistants. The RN should care for which of the following patients?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: requires assessment skills of the RN
Question 3 of 5
A client admitted with tuberculosis asks the nurse how long he will have to take his prescription for INH. The best answer for the nurse to give the client is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: INH (isoniazid) treatment for active tuberculosis typically lasts 6-9 months. Six weeks is too short, and indefinite treatment is incorrect.
Extract:
A bipolar patient refuses to put down the mop that he is swinging to threaten other patients and staff.
Question 4 of 5
What information is MOST important for the nurse to consider before administering a PRN IM dose of lorazepam (Ativan)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: Think about each answer choice. (1) use the least restrictive interventions in ascending order (2) use the least restrictive interventions in ascending order (3) correct-use the least restrictive interventions in ascending order (4) use the least restrictive interventions in ascending order
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is developing a meal plan that would provide the maximum possible amount of iron for a child with anemia. Which dinner menu would be best?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Iron rich foods include red meat, fish, egg yolks, green leafy vegetables, legumes, whole grains, and dried fruits such as raisins. This dinner is the best choice. It is high in iron and is appropriate for a toddler.