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
Extract:
A 20-year-old woman with a fracture of the left femur is placed in Buck's traction with a 7-lb weight. The patient keeps sliding down in bed.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) will not prevent patient from sliding down; may change pull of traction (2) correct-will keep leg straight and counter the pull of the weights (3) will bend the leg and alter the pull of the traction (4) not effective way of preventing the patient from sliding down in bed
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a patient in the rehab unit at shift change. The patient has suffered a TBI 3 weeks ago. Which of the following is the most distinguishing characteristic of a neurological disturbance?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: LOC is the most critical indicator of impaired neurological capabilities.
Question 4 of 5
A client with schizophrenia is receiving Clozaril (clozapine) 150 mg twice a day. An adverse reaction to the medication is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weight gain is a common adverse reaction to clozapine, often requiring monitoring and lifestyle interventions.
Question 5 of 5
The provisions of the law for the Americans with Disabilities Act require nurse managers to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The law is designed to permit persons with disabilities access to job opportunities. Employers must evaluate an applicant's ability to perform the job and not discriminate on the basis of a disability. Employers also must make 'reasonable accommodations.'