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
A nurse has just received a medication order which is not legible. Which statement best reflects assertive communication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Would you please clarify what you have written so I am sure I am reading it correctly? This is respectful and ensures patient safety.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is receiving reports about four pregnant women in active labor who have been admitted to the labor and delivery unit. Which of the following women should the nurse see FIRST?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The multipara at 8 cm dilatation is in advanced labor and likely to deliver soon, making her the priority. Options A, C, and D are less urgent: transverse lie needs monitoring, nullipara at 10 cm has a longer second stage, and breech at 3 cm is early.
Extract:
A client has a chest tube inserted for treatment of a hemothorax.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following findings would indicate to the nurse that there is a problem with the effective functioning of the chest tube?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: Think about each answer choice. (1) appropriate, regulates the amount of suction delivered to the patient (2) correct-would indicate an air leak, would not allow negative pressure to be reestablished and would hinder complete resolution of the pneumothorax (3) appropriate, provides for a water seal (4) would be an expected finding
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is at the community center speaking with retired people about glaucoma. Which comment by one of the retirees would the nurse support to reinforce correct information?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: I take extra fiber and drink lots of water to avoid getting constipated.' Any activity that involves straining should be avoided in clients with glaucoma. Such activities would increase intraocular pressure.