NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 7 Questions
Extract:
A child with celiac disease.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is instructing the parents of a child with celiac disease. The nurse knows that teaching has been effective when the parents make which of the following statements?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Strategy: 'Teaching has been effective' indicates you are looking for a correct statement. The topic of the question is unstated. (1) does not reflect appropriate dietary needs for this child (2) does not reflect appropriate dietary needs for this child (3) does not reflect appropriate dietary needs for this child (4) correct-celiac disease is characterized by an intolerance for gluten; foods containing rye, oats, wheat, and barley should be restricted
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Question 2 of 5
A 5-year old is admitted to the hospital with pneumonia. Her orders include chest physiotherapy, mist tent, and inhalation with Mucomyst (acetylcysteine). Which of the following measures should be included in her care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking clothing and linen for dampness is necessary due to the mist tent, which can cause moisture buildup, leading to discomfort or skin issues.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse observes a staff member caring for a client with a left unilateral mastectomy. The nurse would intervene if she notices the staff member is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking the blood pressure in the left arm. Clients who have had a unilateral mastectomy should not have their blood pressure measured on the affected side. This helps avoid the possibility of lymphedema post-operatively and in the future.
Question 4 of 5
Which comment is the client who has Parkinson's disease most likely to make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rigidity and stiffness, especially after immobility, are hallmark Parkinson's symptoms, unlike tremors (more action-specific), dry mouth, or gait preferences.
Question 5 of 5
An adult man believes that someone is poisoning his food. What is the best nursing action in response to this belief?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Offering individually packaged food addresses the delusion non-confrontationally, reducing anxiety. Explaining, assuring, or tasting may escalate distrust.