NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 9 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is planning care for a client with a diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia. The nurse knows that questioning the client about his false ideas will
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: contraindicated; encourages patient to engage in further distortion of reality
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A six-year-old boy with a history of epilepsy admitted with uncontrolled seizures.
Question 2 of 5
It is MOST important for the nurse to ask which of the following questions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: 'MOST important' indicates that this is a priority question. (1) not most important question (2) should be included in detailed history, but will not prevent an immediate reoccurrence (3) correct-seizure may result from triggering mechanism (loud noise, music, flickering light, prolonged reading, drugs) (4) should be included in detailed history, but will not prevent an immediate reoccurrence
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Question 3 of 5
Which laboratory test conducted on the client with diabetes mellitus indicates compliance?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hgb A-1C reflects average blood glucose over 2-3 months, indicating long-term compliance. Options A, B, and D provide short-term snapshots and are less reliable for compliance.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of hypothyroidism about levothyroxine (Synthroid). Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stopping levothyroxine when feeling better is incorrect, as hypothyroidism requires lifelong replacement therapy to maintain euthyroid status. Options A, B, and C are correct: morning dosing minimizes insomnia, chest pain may indicate overdose, and calcium supplements interfere with absorption.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is stuck in the hand by an exposed used hypodermic needle. What immediate action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The immediate action of vigorously washing will help remove possible contamination.
Then the sequence would be to notify the supervisor, look up the policy, and contact employee health services.