NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of dementia.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using simple, clear sentences enhances comprehension in dementia patients with cognitive impairment. Loud speaking is unnecessary, open-ended questions overwhelm, and written instructions are ineffective.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following medication orders needs further clarification?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Coumadin 10 mg lacks a route (e.g., oral) and frequency, requiring clarification. Darvocet , Nembutal , and Estrace are complete orders.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse observes a staff member not following the plan of care for a client with an antisocial personality disorder. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: It is essential that the treatment program be followed exactly for clients with antisocial personality disorder because they are very manipulative and attempt to divide staff. However, confronting the staff member in front of the client enhances the division of staff.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a dark-skinned client with anemia. Which part of the body would the nurse assess for pallor?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The buccal mucosa is reliable for assessing pallor in dark-skinned clients, as skin pigmentation may mask changes elsewhere.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse assesses delayed gross motor development in a 3 year-old child. The inability of the child to do which action confirms this finding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stand on 1 foot. Balancing on one foot is expected by age 3, indicating gross motor delay if absent.