NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 9 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The mother of a 3-year-old hospitalized with lead poisoning asks the nurse to explain the treatment for her daughter. The nurse's explanation is based on the knowledge that lead poisoning is treated with:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chelating agents , like succimer, bind lead for excretion. Gastric lavage and charcoal are ineffective for systemic lead. Antiemetics treat symptoms, not the cause.
Extract:
During the physical assessment, the nurse determines the need to perform the bulge Test .
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements, if made by the nurse, is BEST?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: Think about each answer choice. (1) correct-bulge Test confirms presence of fluid in the knee; client's leg should be extended and supported on the bed (2) observing curve of spine; scoliosis will cause lateral curve in the spine (3) unrelated to knee examination (4) Test s articulation of elbow
Extract:
A client is admitted to the emergency room in severe emotional distress. The client's respirations are 42/min, and the blood gases reveal a pH of 7.5 and a PaCO2 of 34.
Question 3 of 5
Initially the nurse should
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: Answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) correct-because of hyperventilation, client is in alkalosis; having him rebreathe his own carbon dioxide will reverse his blood gas imbalance (2) does not address the problem (3) is not hypoxic (4) is done when a client feels faint
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is planning care for an 8 year-old child. Which of the following should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encourage child to engage in activities in the playroom. According to Erikson, the school age child is in the stage of industry versus inferiority.
To help them achieve industry, the nurse should encourage them to carry out tasks and activities in their room or in the playroom.
Question 5 of 5
A 66-year-old woman is being evaluated for pernicious anemia. Which assessment findings would be most apt to be present in a client with pernicious anemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pernicious anemia, due to vitamin B12 deficiency, often causes neurological symptoms like leg pain or paresthesia. Bruising, rashes, or pruritus are less specific to this condition.