NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is planning care for a client who had surgery for an ileal conduit two days ago. It is MOST important for the nurse to take which of the following actions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A close-fitting drainage bag prevents urine leakage, protecting skin integrity post-ileal conduit. Options A, C, and D risk skin irritation or bag adhesion issues.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of diabetic ketoacidosis.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Insulin administration corrects hyperglycemia and ketosis in diabetic ketoacidosis, the primary treatment. IV fluids are used, oral glucose is contraindicated, and blood pressure monitoring is less frequent.
Question 3 of 5
A client is in the third month of her first pregnancy. During the interview, she tells the nurse that she has several sex partners and is unsure of the identity of the baby's father. Which of the following nursing interventions is a priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Counsel the woman to consent to HIV screening. The client's behavior places her at high risk for HIV. Testing is the first step to ensure early treatment if positive.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a parent about side effects of routine immunizations. Which of the following must be reported immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Seizure activity. Other reactions that should be reported include crying for >3 hours, temperature over 104.8 degrees Fahrenheit following DPT immunization, and tender, swollen, reddened areas.
Extract:
A client with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Question 5 of 5
One of the goals the nurse and a client with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) mutually agreed upon is that he will increase his participation in out-of-the apartment activities. Which of the following recommendations, if made by the nurse, will be MOST therapeutic to achieve this goal?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) reasonable recommendation to begin using in a systematic desensitization program after the crisis is alleviated (2) reasonable recommendation to begin using in a systematic desensitization program after the crisis is alleviated (3) correct-support groups of people who have suffered similar acts of violence can be helpful and supportive to teach clients how to deal with the traumatizing situation and the emotional aftermath (4) reasonable recommendation to begin using in a systematic desensitization program after the crisis is alleviated