NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client in a manic phase of bipolar affective disorder. It is MOST important for the nurse to offer which of the following meals?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Manic clients need portable, nutritious finger foods due to high energy and distractibility. Tuna salad sandwich and orange slices provide balanced nutrition. Options B, C, and D are less suitable: bologna is processed, milkshakes lack variety, and fried chicken is messy.
Question 2 of 5
The client is taking streptomycin, isoniazid, and rifampin (Rimactane). Which statement indicates toxicity to isoniazid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Isoniazid can cause peripheral neuropathy, manifesting as sharp leg pains. Tinnitus is linked to streptomycin, orange urine to rifampin, and color vision issues are unrelated.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse's neighbor complains to the nurse that he feels tired all the time. Which comment suggests to the nurse that the man may have a serious sleep disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Snoring may indicate sleep apnea, a serious disorder causing fatigue, unlike napping, early waking, or muscle jerks, which are less concerning.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a person who has a nasogastric tube attached to drainage. Which complaint by the client needs to be reported to the charge nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A sore throat may indicate nasogastric tube complications like erosion or infection, requiring evaluation. Dry mouth, weakness, or nasal irritation are expected.
Extract:
A client with a necrotizing spider bite is to perform his own dressing changes at home.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is aware that which of the following statements, if made by the client, indicates a correct understanding of aseptic technique?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: Answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) not most important (2) correct-indicates understanding of asepsis, whose hallmark is handwashing (3) is not possible to carry out (4) should use only the prescribed medications on the wound