NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of ulcerative colitis about mesalamine (Asacol). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fever or sore throat may indicate bone marrow suppression, a serious mesalamine side effect. Options A, C, and D are incorrect: grapefruit juice is irrelevant, stopping the medication risks relapse, and it can be taken with meals.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 79-year-old client. Which observation is not normal and should be reported for follow-up?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Shortness of breath with exertion may indicate cardiovascular or respiratory issues, requiring follow-up. Brown spots, slower movement, and color vision changes are normal aging signs.
Question 3 of 5
The physician is assessing renal function in a client with severe pancreatitis. Which laboratory finding would be the best indicator of a problem in this area?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Creatinine is the most specific laboratory test for renal functioning; normal is 0.5-1.5 mg/dL. Answers A and B do not relate to the kidney, so they are incorrect. Answer C can be abnormal with kidney function but is not as specific as the creatinine, so it's incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
According to Erickson's stage of growth and development, the developmental task associated with middle childhood is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Middle childhood (ages 6-12) is associated with the developmental task of industry, where children focus on competence and achievement.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of depression who is receiving sertraline (Zoloft) 50 mg PO daily. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Suicidal thoughts are a medical emergency in clients on SSRIs like sertraline. Options A, B, and D are common side effects.