NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 6 Questions
Extract:
A client displaying the following symptoms: elevated vital signs, hallucinations, and aggressive behavior. The client's friend says she thinks that he has been using hallucinogenic drugs.
Question 1 of 5
The appropriate nursing action would be to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) unnecessary at this time (2) correct-symptoms will subside with time and decreased stimulation (3) unnecessary at this time (4) inappropriate
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of type 2 diabetes who is receiving metformin (Glucophage) 500 mg PO bid. Which of the following laboratory results would be of GREATest concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A creatinine of 2.0 mg/dL indicates renal impairment, increasing the risk of lactic acidosis with metformin, requiring immediate evaluation. Options B, C, and D are less concerning: A1c 7.0% shows fair control, potassium 4.0 mEq/L is normal, and glucose 120 mg/dL is acceptable.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for clients in the prenatal clinic. The nurse would be MOST concerned if a diabetic client in the third trimester makes which of the following statements?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreased insulin needs in the third trimester suggest placental dysfunction, as placental hormones typically increase insulin resistance. Options B, C, and D are appropriate: bedtime snacks prevent hypoglycemia, exercise after meals manages glucose, and postprandial checks monitor hyperglycemia.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is admitted to the surgical unit with a diagnosis of rule out inTest inal obstruction.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed to 60°-90° facilitates swallowing and movement of the NG tube through the gastroinTest inal tract, reducing the risk of aspiration and improving patient comfort during insertion. Other positions do not optimize swallowing or tube passage as effectively.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with complaints of right lower quadrant pain.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Inspection is the first step in abdominal assessment, allowing the nurse to observe for distention, masses, or visible abnormalities before proceeding to auscultation, percussion, and palpation. Palpation last prevents discomfort that could alter other findings.