NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for residents in a long term care setting for the elderly. Which of the following activities will be most effective in meeting the growth and development needs for persons in this age group?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reminiscence groups. These support ego integrity by helping elderly clients find meaning in their lives, per Erikson's theory.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a deep vein thrombosis. Which finding would require the nurse's immediate attention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Respiratory rate of 32. Clients with deep vein thrombosis are at risk for the development of pulmonary embolism (PE). The most common symptoms of PE are tachypnea, dyspnea, and chest pain.
Extract:
A 26-year-old woman has missed her menstrual period. The client's last menstrual period began May 8 and ended May 12.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse determines that her EDC (estimated date of confinement) is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: Remember Naegele's rule. (1) should add seven days (2) correct-when using the Naegele rule, add seven days to first day of last menstrual period and subtract three months (3) incorrectly started with the last day of the menstrual cycle (4) incorrect
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing the nursing care unit in a long-term facility for fire hazards. Which finding is the greatest fire hazard?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Storing flammable materials near oxygen increases fire risk, as oxygen supports combustion. Smoking, dust, or cluttered closets are less hazardous.
Extract:
The nurse is making patient assignments on the obstetrical unit.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following patients should the nurse assign to an RN who has been reassigned to the obstetrical unit from outpatient surgery?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: LPN/LVN and 'pulled' RN receive stable patients with expected outcomes. (1) correct-monitor IV therapy, administer antiemetics and nutritional supplements (2) monitor patient's response to medication and the status of the fetus (3) prepare for delivery, closely monitor fetal response (4) indicates impending seizures, prepare for delivery