NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
The mother of a 10-year-old boy with IDDM (insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus) calls to discuss the child’s self-monitoring blood glucose (SMBG) home readings. He is being tightly regulated with a combination of NPH and regular insulin before breakfast and supper. The past two mornings his blood sugar readings were 220 mg/dL and 210 mg/dL. The nurse should advise the mother to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High morning blood sugars suggest rebound hyperglycemia (Somogyi effect) from nocturnal hypoglycemia, requiring nighttime glucose checks. Options A, C, and D are premature: continuing the regimen ignores the issue, and adjusting insulin or snack timing requires confirmation.
Question 3 of 5
A 3-year-old with coarctation of the aorta is scheduled for corrective surgery. Which preoperative lab result should be reported to the physician?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A WBC of 14,000 suggests possible infection, which should be reported before surgery, so B is correct. HCT 48% , platelet count 200,000 , and RBC 5.3 are within normal ranges.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of pancreatitis.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low-fat, high-protein diet reduces pancreatic stimulation and supports tissue repair in chronic pancreatitis. High-fat diets exacerbate symptoms, and carbohydrate balance is less critical.
Question 5 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.