NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 10 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse has just received report from the previous shift. Which of the following clients should the nurse see FIRST?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: indicates hypoglycemia; symptoms include tachycardia, cold and clammy skin, weakness and pallor; check blood sugar, offer milk
Question 2 of 5
A client is admitted with a fractured right hip. The doctor writes an order for Buck's traction. Which of the following actions, if taken by the nurse, is MOST important?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: immobility is a leading cause of problems with Buck's traction; important to turn client to unaffected side
Extract:
The nurse is leading a class for expectant mothers.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following comments would indicate to the nurse that a pregnant woman understands the recommended dietary caloric increase for pregnancy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) common misconception (2) 500 calories is too many calories, and a milkshake is not a good food source because of its fat content (3) correct-recommended to increase calorie intake by 300 for fetal growth, maternal tissues, and the placenta (4) unsafe for the pregnant client
Extract:
A 47-year-old woman comes to the outpatient psychiatric clinic for treatment of a fear of heights.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is the best plan of care that would meet the needs of this client INITIALLY?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Strategy: Answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) secondary gain (attention and assistance received) is not the motivation of a phobic patient, remain nonjudgmental (2) ineffective in relieving behavior, may increase anxiety and feelings of guilt (3) should encourage patient to remain independent (4) correct-phobia is fixed channel for discharge of tension from unconscious conflict
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The physician orders indomethacin (Indocin) 25 mg PO bid for a 34-year-old woman. It would be most important for the nurse to make which of the following statements?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: reduces GI upset