NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of insulin for diabetic ketoacidosis. Which of the following findings would be of GREATest concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypokalemia (potassium 3.0 mEq/L) is a serious complication in diabetic ketoacidosis treatment, as insulin drives potassium into cells, risking arrhythmias. Options A, C, and D are less urgent: glucose 200 mg/dL is improving, pH 7.30 is near normal, and sodium 135 mEq/L is normal.
Extract:
A mother brings her 17-month-old son to the well-baby clinic for a routine check-up. She confides to the nurse that she is concerned because her son sucks his thumb, especially at night when he is put to bed.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the suggestions by the nurse would be BEST?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: 'BEST' indicates there may be more than one correct response. Remember growth and development concepts. (1) controversial treatment for an older child (2) correct-normal behavior, peaks at 18-20 months, most prevalent when child is hungry or tired (3) normal behavior in child this age, should not be discouraged (4) malocclusion occurs if thumb sucking persists past 4 years old or when permanent teeth erupt
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A baby girl is born with a meningomyelocele. To prevent trauma to the sac, the nurse should place the infant:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing the infant prone with hips slightly elevated protects the meningomyelocele sac from trauma and pressure.
Question 4 of 5
A Hispanic client refuses emergency room treatment until a curandero is called. The nurse understands that this person brings what to situations of illness?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Holistic healing. This traditional folk practitioner uses holistic methods for illnesses, often working with traditional health care providers.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is to move a client up in bed without any help. Where should the nurse place the client's pillow?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Placing the pillow at the head of the bed supports the client's head after moving up, ensuring comfort and proper positioning.