NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy and has a platelet count of 50,000/mm^3. Which of the following actions is the PRIORITY?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A platelet count of 50,000/mm^3 indicates thrombocytopenia, increasing bleeding risk. Monitoring for bleeding (e.g., petechiae, hematomas) is the priority to detect complications early. Options A, C, and D are secondary: pain management, ambulation, and diet are less urgent.
Extract:
A client before administration of captopril (Capoten).
Question 2 of 5
The MOST appropriate nursing action before administration of captopril (Capoten) would be to check the client's
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: Think about each answer choice and how it relates to Capoten. (1) important, but not a priority (2) correct-is an antihypertensive that necessitates that a BP be assessed prior to administration (3) important, but not priority (4) unnecessary to assess prior to the administration of the medication
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 80-year-old client with Parkinson’s disease.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Parkinson’s disease is progressive and irreversible, so maintaining optimal function within the client’s limitations is the most realistic goal, focusing on mobility, safety, and quality of life. Returning to normal activities, preparing for death, or arresting progression are unrealistic or inappropriate.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of heart failure who is receiving furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg PO daily. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypokalemia (3.0 mEq/L) from furosemide increases arrhythmia risk in heart failure. Options B, C, and D are normal.
Question 5 of 5
An adult is admitted with histoplasmosis. What is most likely to be in the client's history because he has histoplasmosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Histoplasmosis is caused by inhaling Histoplasma spores, often found in bird or bat droppings, common in chicken farming environments, unlike shellfish, water, or milk.