NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Promethazine hydrochloride (Phenergan) 25 mg IV push has been ordered for a patient. Before administering this medication to the patient, the nurse should check the
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: is very important to determine absolute patency of the vein; extravasation will cause necrosis
Question 2 of 5
The nurse believes a coworker is diverting narcotics. The nurse approaches the nurse manager to report the suspicions. Which of the following statements by the nurse is BEST?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Objective observations, such as increased patient pain medication needs and sleeping on duty, provide verifiable evidence for investigation. Options B, C, and D are subjective or speculative, reducing their credibility.
Extract:
A five-year-old boy in the playroom.
Question 3 of 5
The school nurse observes a group of preschool children in the playroom. The nurse recognizes which of the following activities as appropriate behavior for a five-year-old boy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: Picture the child. (1) play begins to be cooperative at this age (2) correct-imitative behavior seen at this age (3) too advanced for this age (4) too regressed for this age
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client on complete bed rest. Which action by the nurse is most important in preventing the formation of deep vein thrombosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Preventing popliteal pressure will prevent venous stasis and possibly deep vein thrombosis.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for residents in a long term care setting for the elderly. Which of the following activities will be most effective in meeting the growth and development needs for persons in this age group?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reminiscence groups. These support ego integrity by helping elderly clients find meaning in their lives, per Erikson's theory.