NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Following a head injury a patient develops a deficiency in anti diuretic hormone (ADH).
Question 1 of 5
Normally secretion of ADH
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reabsorption of sodium and water in the tubules decreases urinary output and retains body fluids, preventing diuresis.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following foods might a client with a hypercholesterolemia need to decrease his or her intake of?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hamburgers, high in saturated fats, contribute to elevated cholesterol levels and should be limited. The other foods are low in cholesterol or heart-healthy. Reduction of Risk Potential
Extract:
When providing discharge teaching to a family with AIDS, the nurse should teach the family:
Question 3 of 5
When providing discharge teaching to a family with AIDS, the nurse should teach the family:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Normal dishwashing with hot soapy water is sufficient for AIDS patients, as HIV is not transmitted via dishes.
Extract:
A 42-year-old man with end-stage acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) has frequent episodes of watery stool. He's nauseated and refuses to drink fluids. His body temperature is 102°F (38.9°C), his BP is 82/52, and his pulse is 112. He has 0.9% NS infusing at 150 ml/hour through a large-bore catheter.
Question 4 of 5
Which type of fluid is 0.9% NS?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 0.9% NS is isotonic, matching body fluid osmolarity.
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Question 5 of 5
One day after being admitted with bipolar disorder, a client becomes verbally aggressive during a group therapy session. Which response by the nurse would be therapeutic?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This response shows that the nurse finds the client's behavior unacceptable, yet still regards the client as worthy of help. The other options give the false impression that the client is in control of the behavior; the client hasn't been in treatment long enough to control the behavior.