NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 10 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus how to treat hypoglycemia at home. The nurse should instruct the client to do which of the following actions if symptoms of hypoglycemia are experienced?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: will correct hypoglycemia and stabilize blood sugar
Question 2 of 5
A client had an aortic aneurysm resection two days ago. A complete blood count reveals a decreased red blood cell count. The nursing assessment is MOST likely to reveal which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: these 'constitutional symptoms' are characteristic of most types of anemia and are predominantly the result of tissue hypoxia secondary to inadequate red blood cells
Question 3 of 5
An elderly man is admitted to a medical unit with shortness of breath and is diagnosed with an upper respiratory infection (URI). He is placed on droplet precautions. The nurse has just finished giving him his PO medications. As the nurse leaves his room, the nurse should
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: hands should be washed before removing mask to prevent transfer of microbes to face
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of epilepsy.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping the bed in the lowest position reduces fall risk during seizures. Visitors are not restricted, oxygen is not routine, and tongue blades are contraindicated.
Extract:
The nurse is caring for patients on the surgical floor and has just received report from the previous shift.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following patients should the nurse see FIRST?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Strategy: Think ABCs. (1) does not indicate acute bleeding, small amount of blood (2) expected outcome (3) indicates resolution (4) correct-risk for peritonitis, should be assessed for further symptoms of infection