NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Parents are concerned that their 11 year-old child is a very picky eater. The nurse suggests which of the following as the best initial approach?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Discuss consequences of an unbalanced diet with the child. It is important to educate the preadolescent as to appropriate diet, and the problems that might arise if diet is not adequate.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has received her assignment for the day and is to care for the following clients. Which client should the nurse go to first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The client with recent hematemesis is at risk for recurrent bleeding, requiring immediate assessment to ensure stability, prioritizing over stable surgical or presurgical clients.
Extract:
A client experiencing hallucinations.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following behaviors by a client should the nurse record to indicate that the client is experiencing hallucinations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: Think about each answer choice. (1) describes behavior associated with depression (2) correct-hallucinations are sensory perceptions for which there is no external stimulus; this option describes client behavior that would be observed when the client is responding to voices (3) describes behavior associated with delusional thinking (4) describes behavior most associated with anxiety
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The LPN/LVN has delegated basic hygienic care of several clients to a certified nursing assistant. Which action by the nurse will ensure that the clients receive the best care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Observing clients post-care ensures care was performed correctly and identifies issues like skin integrity or comfort, ensuring quality. Constant observation, questioning, or charting checks are less direct.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is to start oxygen therapy via nasal cannula. Which action is correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Inserting the cannula 1 cm into the nostrils ensures proper oxygen delivery. High flow rates, petrolatum, or mask pre-oxygenation are incorrect.