NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of rheumatoid arthritis.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morning stiffness lasting over 30 minutes is a hallmark of rheumatoid arthritis due to joint inflammation. Pain improves with activity, joints are symmetrically affected, and onset is gradual.
Question 2 of 5
A client with newly diagnosed type I diabetes mellitus is being seen by the home health nurse.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A blood sugar of 50 mg/dL indicates hypoglycemia, characterized by confusion, cold, clammy skin, and tachycardia (pulse 110) due to sympathetic activation. Hyperglycemia causes hot, dry skin and rapid respirations, while normal or fluid overload symptoms do not apply.
Question 3 of 5
A registered nurse (RN) asks the licensed practical nurse (LPN) to hang blood on a client. What is the best response by the LPN?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: LPN scope of practice typically excludes initiating blood transfusions due to the need for specialized monitoring, requiring RN administration.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements reflects Kohlberg's theory of the moral development of the preschool-age child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In Kohlberg's preconventional stage (preschoolers), moral behavior is driven by consequences (punishment or reward). Obedience, respect, or pleasing others reflect later stages.
Extract:
A patient with rheumatoid arthritis.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements, if made by the nurse, is accurate about the exercise program required for a patient with rheumatoid arthritis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) consistency is important to maintain joint mobility (2) active exercises are better than passive or active-assistive exercises (3) correct-should reduce when patient experiences more pain (4) should do exercises that have been prescribed for patient