NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of atrial fibrillation about diltiazem (Cardizem). Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taking diltiazem with grapefruit juice is incorrect, as it increases drug levels, risking toxicity. Options A, B, and D are correct: pulse monitoring detects bradycardia, leg swelling may indicate heart failure, and avoiding driving with dizziness prevents accidents.
Question 2 of 5
The client is taking streptomycin, isoniazid, and rifampin (Rimactane). Which statement indicates toxicity to isoniazid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Isoniazid can cause peripheral neuropathy, manifesting as sharp leg pains. Tinnitus is linked to streptomycin, orange urine to rifampin, and color vision issues are unrelated.
Question 3 of 5
One hour after receiving 7 U of regular insulin, the client presents with diaphoresis, pallor, and tachycardia. The priority nursing action would be to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diaphoresis, pallor, and tachycardia indicate hypoglycemia, a medical emergency. Milk and crackers provide fast-acting carbohydrates. Options A, B, and D delay treatment or are reserved for severe cases.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of rheumatoid arthritis who is receiving prednisone 10 mg PO daily. Which of the following client statements would be of GREATest concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weight gain of 5 pounds in a month suggests a side effect of prednisone, such as fluid retention or increased appetite, requiring evaluation to prevent complications like hypertension. Options A, B, and D are less concerning: headaches and fatigue are nonspecific, and taking with food is appropriate.
Extract:
An adolescent for a lumbar puncture.
Question 5 of 5
It is MOST important that the nurse make which of the following statements?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) general anesthetic is not used (2) fluids are not restricted before the Test (3) correct-to prevent a post-lumbar puncture headache, client should remain flat in bed for eight hours after the Test (4) inappropriate for this procedure