NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of diabetic ketoacidosis.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Insulin administration corrects hyperglycemia and ketosis in diabetic ketoacidosis, the primary treatment. IV fluids are used, oral glucose is contraindicated, and blood pressure monitoring is less frequent.
Question 2 of 5
A 5-year-old child has been treated for sickle cell crisis. The parent asks the nurse if there is anything that can be done to prevent future crises. What should be included in the nurse's response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fevers, vomiting, and diarrhea can trigger sickle cell crisis by causing dehydration or infection, so prompt reporting allows early intervention to prevent crises.
Extract:
A client on suicide precautions is verbalizing other options besides suicide, appears to be responding to antidepressant medication, is sleeping and eating better, and has indicated a willingness to interact more with family members.
Question 3 of 5
Based on this data, which of the following nursing actions is MOST appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) may reverse the client's progress (2) correct-data suggests that client is beginning to benefit from treatment; entire treatment team should share data and make a decision about the suicide precautions so that restrictions are changed gradually based on a full-data picture (3) may be the team's decision, but not until a thorough review of the case is completed (4) premature
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A client is admitted with acute abdominal pain. Which of the following findings would require immediate attention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypotension (BP 100/50), tachycardia (P 96), and abdominal distention suggest a serious condition like internal bleeding or perforation, requiring immediate attention.
Question 5 of 5
A laboring woman says to the LPN/LVN, 'My baby is coming! My baby is coming!' She was last checked 15 minutes ago and was 5 cm dilated. What should the LPN/LVN do initially?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Urgent reports of delivery sensation require immediate cervical check to confirm progression, as rapid labor can occur, ensuring timely intervention.