NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with complaints of right lower quadrant pain.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Inspection is the first step in abdominal assessment, allowing the nurse to observe for distention, masses, or visible abnormalities before proceeding to auscultation, percussion, and palpation. Palpation last prevents discomfort that could alter other findings.
Question 2 of 5
The physician prescribes estrogen (Premarin) 0.625 mg daily for a 43-year-old woman. The nurse knows which of the following symptoms is a common initial side effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: common at breakfast time; will subside after weeks of medication use; take after eating to reduce incidence
Question 3 of 5
A mentally retarded, nonverbal, ambulatory client is found sitting on the floor unable to get up. The LPN/LVN notes the client appears to be in great pain, and his right leg is out of alignment. What is the most important action for the nurse to take as the client is readied for ambulance transport?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Immobilizing the leg prevents further injury in a suspected fracture, the priority action before transport.
Question 4 of 5
Procrastination, noncompliance, and intentional inefficiency are characteristics of the client with:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Passive aggressive personality disorder is characterized by indirect resistance, such as procrastination and intentional inefficiency.
Question 5 of 5
Which characteristic is most likely to be present in persons who abuse others?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Substance abuse is strongly associated with abusive behavior due to impaired judgment and aggression. Financial security, self-image, or illness are less predictive.