NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of depression.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Feeling like their old self indicates improved mood and function, a positive response to antidepressants. Stopping medication prematurely, excessive sleep, or persistent sadness suggest inadequate response or side effects.
Question 2 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.
Extract:
A 34-year-old multipara comes to the prenatal clinic during her fifth month of pregnancy. The client complains to the nurse that her breasts are sensitive and sore.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following suggestions by the nurse is BEST?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: 'BEST' indicates priority question. All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) would increase circulation and increase discomfort, should avoid taking medications (2) not effective in decreasing discomfort (3) correct-during pregnancy there is an increase in lactiferous ducts and lobule-alveolar tissue (4) medications are to be avoided during pregnancy
Extract:
A male client is admitted with urinary tract problems. A prostate-specific antigen (PSA) and acid phosphatase Test are to be done.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse knows that
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: Think about each answer choice. (1) correct-PSA Test has replaced acid phosphatase Test in screening for prostatic cancer; Test must be drawn before digital rectal exam, as manipulation of the prostate will abnormally increase PSA value (2) inaccurate information about a PSA (3) inaccurate information about a PSA (4) inaccurate information about a PSA
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to discharge a client with a new diagnosis of asthma.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Daily peak flow monitoring helps the client detect early changes in lung function, enabling timely intervention to prevent asthma exacerbations. Using a spacer, proper medication sequencing, and exercise management are important but secondary to ongoing monitoring.