NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing home care. Which assessment finding would suggest to the nurse that the elderly client should be evaluated for abuse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bruises and circular marks resembling cigarette burns strongly suggest physical abuse, requiring immediate evaluation. Unexplained bruises are concerning but less specific, and the other options may reflect misunderstanding or caregiving arrangements.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has just returned to the desk and has four phone messages to return.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heartburn radiating to the jaw in a man indicates possible chest pain, which could be a symptom of a myocardial infarction, a life-threatening condition requiring immediate medical attention. The other conditions (pregnancy-related heartburn, menopausal symptoms, and knee pain) are less urgent and can be addressed after ruling out a cardiac emergency.
Question 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client on complete bed rest. Which action by the nurse is most important in preventing the formation of deep vein thrombosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Preventing popliteal pressure will prevent venous stasis and possibly deep vein thrombosis.
Question 5 of 5
A client is receiving a nitroglycerin infusion for unstable angina. What assessment would be a priority when monitoring the effects of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Since an effect of this drug is vasodilation, the client must be monitored for hypotension.