NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse believes a coworker is diverting narcotics. The nurse approaches the nurse manager to report the suspicions. Which of the following statements by the nurse is BEST?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Objective observations, such as increased patient pain medication needs and sleeping on duty, provide verifiable evidence for investigation. Options B, C, and D are subjective or speculative, reducing their credibility.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for clients in a rehabilitation facility. The nursing team reports that a client recovering from a hip fracture has repeatedly 'transferred herself to the floor.' Which of the following actions, if taken by the nurse, is BEST?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Observing the client’s transfer technique identifies the cause of falls, guiding interventions. Options A, B, and D are premature or restrictive.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client following removal of the thyroid. Immediately post-op the nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's position reduces swelling and supports the surgical site post-thyroidectomy. Turning the head or flexing the neck risks wound dehiscence. Supine with sandbags is unnecessary and uncomfortable.
Question 4 of 5
The home care nurse is instructing a client recently diagnosed with tuberculosis.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adherence to a 6-9 month medication regimen is critical to cure tuberculosis and prevent drug resistance. While respiratory precautions, family support, and masks are important, long-term medication compliance is the most essential for treatment success.
Question 5 of 5
The best diet for the client with Meniere's disease is one that is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low-sodium diet reduces fluid retention in Meniere's disease, alleviating vertigo. Fiber (A,
D) and iodine are unrelated to symptom management.