NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who had a myocardial infarction yesterday and received alteplase (tPA). The client's spouse asks the nurse why that medication was given. What should the nurse include when replying?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Alteplase (tP
A) is a thrombolytic drug and dissolves the clot that is blocking a coronary artery. It does not relieve pain, prevent new clots from forming, or help the heart muscle to heal.
Question 2 of 5
A client is admitted with a diagnosis of myxedema. An initial assessment of the client would reveal the symptoms of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Myxedema (severe hypothyroidism) causes weight gain, lethargy, slowed speech, and decreased respiratory rate due to slowed metabolism. Other options describe hyperthyroidism or mixed symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
Lithium carbonate is prescribed for an adult. The nurse knows the client is most likely to have which condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lithium carbonate is primarily used to stabilize mood in bipolar disorder, particularly for mania.
Question 4 of 5
An adult is being worked up for possible pulmonary tuberculosis. The nurse knows that which test is most conclusive for the diagnosis of tuberculosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sputum examination for acid-fast bacilli is the gold standard for confirming tuberculosis, unlike skin tests (screening), x-rays (supportive), or CT (non-specific).
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with asthma who has developed gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which of the following medications prescribed for the client may aggravate GERD?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An anticholinergic medication will decrease gastric emptying and the pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter.