NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative day 1 after a mastectomy. Which of the following actions is the PRIORITY?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging arm exercises is the priority to prevent lymphedema and restore mobility post-mastectomy. Options B, C, and D are important but secondary: pain management, drain monitoring, and incision checks follow mobility promotion.
Question 2 of 5
According to Erickson's stage of growth and development, the developmental task associated with middle childhood is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Middle childhood (ages 6-12) is associated with the developmental task of industry, where children focus on competence and achievement.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of meningitis.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Droplet precautions are required for bacterial meningitis (e.g., Neisseria meningitidis) to prevent transmission via respiratory secretions. Standard precautions are insufficient, and contact or airborne precautions are incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
Which vitamin is directly involved in the metabolism of the hormones secreted by the parathyroid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vitamin D is critical for calcium absorption, which is regulated by parathyroid hormones. Vitamins C, K, and B9 are not directly involved.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse performs an assessment of an 8-year-old girl diagnosed with scoliosis.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Scoliosis causes lateral spinal curvature, leading to thoracic asymmetry. Waddling gait is associated with hip issues, edema with circulatory problems, and a protruding sternum with pectus carinatum, none of which are typical of scoliosis.