NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a suspected myocardial infarction. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform FIRST?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applying oxygen is the priority to improve myocardial oxygenation in a suspected myocardial infarction, addressing the immediate threat of hypoxia. Options A, C, and D are important but secondary: aspirin prevents clot progression, ECG confirms diagnosis, and IV access supports medication delivery.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse knows that which psychosocial stage should be a priority to consider while planning care for a 20-year-old client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: is the stage for 19- to 35-year-olds
Question 3 of 5
After the anesthesiologist administers an epidural to a woman in labor, which of the following nursing actions has the HIGHEST priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Epidural anesthesia can cause hypotension, making blood pressure monitoring the priority to detect complications. Options A, B, and C are secondary or incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse should visit which of the following clients first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chest pain in a client with a history of angina suggests possible acute coronary syndrome, requiring immediate assessment to rule out myocardial infarction.
Question 5 of 5
A client is admitted to a voluntary hospital mental health unit due to suicidal ideation. The client has been on the unit for 2 days and now states 'I demand to be released now!' The appropriate response from the nurse is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clients voluntarily admitted to the hospital have a right to demand and obtain release. Discussing the decision initially allows an opportunity for other interventions.