NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 2 Questions
Extract:
A child in the waiting room who can walk up and down steps, has a steady gait, can stand on one foot momentarily, and jumps with both feet.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse identifies the child's chronological age to be
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: Picture the child at each age. (1) unable to walk up and down stairs with hand held until 18 months (2) unable to jump until 30 months (3) correct-able to jump with both feet and stand on one foot momentarily at 30 months (4) behaviors are seen in younger child
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A client who is diagnosed with cystitis has been given a prescription for phenazopyridine (Pyridium). She asks the nurse why she has been given this medication. What should the nurse reply?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Phenazopyridine is a urinary tract anesthetic, relieving pain and burning during urination until antibiotics resolve cystitis. It's not an antibiotic, analgesic, or kidney protectant.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) about tiotropium (Spiriva). Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using tiotropium as a rescue inhaler is incorrect, as it is a long-acting maintenance medication for COPD, not for acute symptoms. Options A, B, and C are correct: rinsing prevents oral thrush, daily use is standard, and eye pain may indicate glaucoma.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of myocardial infarction.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding heavy lifting for 6 weeks prevents cardiac strain during myocardial healing. Nitroglycerin is used for angina, gradual activity resumption is advised, and blood pressure monitoring is routine but secondary.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of irritable bowel syndrome.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding caffeine and alcohol reduces gut irritation in irritable bowel syndrome. Small, frequent meals, balanced fiber, and low-fat diets are recommended.