NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 7 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse in the outpatient clinic teaches the mother of a 10-year-old boy with asthma how to prevent future asthmatic attacks.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Raking leaves exposes the child to inhaled allergens like pollen and dust, which are primary asthma triggers. Playing the tuba, participating in activities, and walking are unlikely to trigger asthma unless exercise-induced, which is not indicated.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of hypertension who is receiving hydralazine (Apresoline) 25 mg PO tid. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chest pain and shortness of breath suggest angina or lupus-like syndrome, serious hydralazine side effects. Options A, B, and D are less urgent: BP is normal, tachycardia is mild, and headache is common.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of epilepsy about valproic acid (Depakote). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Valproic acid can cause thrombocytopenia; reporting bruising or bleeding is critical. Options A, C, and D are incorrect or unsafe.
Question 4 of 5
The home care nurse has been managing a client for 6 weeks. What is the best method to determine the quality of care provided by a home health care aide assigned to assist with the care of this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Although the nurse must complete all of the above responsibilities, evaluation of an adherence to the plan of care is the first priority. The plan of care is based on the reason for referral, provider's orders, the initial nursing assessment, the client's responses to the planned interventions, and the client's and family's feedback or inquiries.
Extract:
A child with celiac disease.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is instructing the parents of a child with celiac disease. The nurse knows that teaching has been effective when the parents make which of the following statements?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Strategy: 'Teaching has been effective' indicates you are looking for a correct statement. The topic of the question is unstated. (1) does not reflect appropriate dietary needs for this child (2) does not reflect appropriate dietary needs for this child (3) does not reflect appropriate dietary needs for this child (4) correct-celiac disease is characterized by an intolerance for gluten; foods containing rye, oats, wheat, and barley should be restricted