NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 7 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client says to the nurse, 'I don't see why I should live any longer.' How should the nurse respond initially?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Expressing a desire to not live suggests suicidal ideation; directly asking about suicide assesses risk and guides intervention. Exploring reasons, affirming life, or highlighting positives are secondary.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assigned to a newly delivered woman with HIV/AIDS. The student asks the nurse about how it is determined that a person has AIDS other than a positive HIV test. The nurse responds:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: CD4 lymphocyte count is less than 200. AIDS is defined by a CD4 count less than 200 or the presence of an opportunistic infection.
Question 3 of 5
A client with suspected Addison's disease is scheduled for a rapid corticotrophin stimulation test. Which of the following will the nurse include in her teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The rapid corticotrophin stimulation test requires periodic blood samples to measure cortisol levels before and after ACTH administration.
Extract:
A client after right cataract surgery.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse would intervene in which of the following situations?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: 'Nurse would intervene' indicates an incorrect action. (1) appropriate position (2) decreases swelling and pain (3) correct-client should not be positioned with operative side in a dependent position or against the bed (4) shield is appropriate
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A man who had a cerebrovascular accident has expressive aphasia. Which approach will help communication the most?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encouraging speech practice aids communication recovery in expressive aphasia, fostering independence. Writing, anticipating needs, or relying on family are less effective.