NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 9 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes about glipizide (Glucotrol). Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stopping glipizide when blood sugar is normal is incorrect, as type 2 diabetes requires ongoing treatment to maintain control. Options A, B, and C are correct: pre-breakfast dosing maximizes efficacy, alcohol increases hypoglycemia risk, and sweating/shakiness indicate hypoglycemia.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client environment that will reduce the chance of falls. Which action is appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clearing a path reduces tripping hazards, a key environmental modification to prevent falls.
Question 3 of 5
When using restraints for an agitated/aggressive patient, which of the following statements should NOT influence the nurse’s actions during this intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The need for restraints is based on the patient’s behavior and safety risks, not their voluntary or involuntary admission status. Institutional policies, patient competence, and the care plan guide restraint use to ensure safety and compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who is receiving ipratropium (Atrovent) via inhaler. Which of the following client statements would be of GREATest concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dizziness may indicate systemic absorption or hypoxia, a serious concern in COPD requiring evaluation. Options A, B, and D are less concerning: four times daily is standard, dry mouth is a common side effect, and rinsing is appropriate.
Extract:
The nurse is making a home visit for a client with an abdominal wound.
Question 5 of 5
When irrigating the draining wound with a sterile saline solution, which of the following sequences would be MOST appropriate for the nurse to follow?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: Answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) hands should be washed first (2) correct-handwashing should be done prior to beginning any procedure, especially irrigating a wound (3) using sterile gloves to remove the dressing would contaminate them (4) hands should be washed first