NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of schizophrenia who is receiving haloperidol (Haldol) 5 mg PO bid. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Muscle stiffness and tremors suggest extrapyramidal symptoms, a serious haloperidol side effect. Options A, B, and D are less urgent.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is conducting a community wide seminar on childhood safety issues. Which of these children is at the highest risk for poisoning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 20 month-old who has just learned to climb stairs. Increased mobility and curiosity put toddlers at high risk for poisoning.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes about insulin aspart (NovoLog). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sweating or shakiness indicate hypoglycemia, requiring reporting with insulin aspart. Options A, B, and D are incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a woman the normal changes of pregnancy. Which statement by the woman indicates correct understanding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pregnancy increases blood volume by about 50% to support fetal circulation, a correct understanding. Oxygen consumption and metabolic rate increase, and peristalsis slows.
Question 5 of 5
Prochlorperazine maleate (Compazine) 10 mg IM has been ordered for a client.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prochlorperazine (Compazine) is incompatible with other medications in the same syringe, so it must be drawn and administered separately from Stadol. Monitoring vital signs (e.g., blood pressure for orthostatic hypotension) is important but not the priority before administration. Dilution and route verification are unnecessary.