NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has a cervical radioactive implant. Which action is not appropriate for the nurse when caring for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Removing a radioactive implant requires specialized handling, not just gloves, to avoid exposure, making this action inappropriate.
Extract:
A 12-year-old girl whose tracheostomy tube inserted 2 days ago has been accidentally dislodged.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: Answers are a mix of assessments and implementations. Does this situation require validation? No. Determine the outcome of the implementations. Remember ABCs. (1) correct-implementation, will secure the airway (2) implementation, will not provide for open airway (3) implementation, will not help with open airway (4) assessment, should be done after tracheostomy tube is replaced
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
Hospital staff requests that the parents with a Greek heritage of a hospitalized infant remove the amulet from around the child's neck. The parents refuse. The nurse understands that the parents may be concerned about
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evil eye or envy of others. In Greek culture, amulets protect against 'matiasma' or the evil eye, especially for children.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a school-aged child and family about the use of inhalers prescribed for asthma. What is the best way to evaluate effectiveness of the treatments?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The peak flow meter, if used correctly, shows effectiveness of inhalants.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is to perform a routine blood glucose check on a diabetic client before administering insulin. Which action is correct?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Puncturing the finger's side avoids nerve-rich areas, ensuring accurate and less painful glucose testing.