NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching home care to the parents of a child with acute spasmodic croup. The most important aspects of this care is/are
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: humidified air and increased oral fluids. The most important aspects of home care for a child with acute spasmodic croup are humidified air and increased oral fluids. Moisture soothes inflamed membranes. Adequate systemic hydration aids in mucociliary clearance and keeps secretions thin, white, watery, and easily removed with minimal coughing.
Question 2 of 5
Which of these clients would the triage nurse request the provider examine immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A 5 month-old infant who has audible wheezing and grunting. The age and the findings suggest this client is at immediate risk for respiratory complications.
Question 3 of 5
An 8 year-old client is admitted to the hospital for surgery. The child's parent reports the allergies listed below. Which of these allergies should all health care personnel be aware of?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Allergy to balloons indicates a latex allergy. All personnel in contact with the child will need to be aware of this condition and use non-latex gloves.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of furosemide (Lasix) for heart failure. Which of the following laboratory results would be of GREATest concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypokalemia (potassium 3.0 mEq/L) is a serious complication of furosemide, increasing the risk of arrhythmias in heart failure. Options B, C, and D are normal: sodium 138 mEq/L, creatinine 1.2 mg/dL, and calcium 9.0 mg/dL do not indicate complications.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a school-aged child and family about the use of inhalers prescribed for asthma. What is the best way to evaluate effectiveness of the treatments?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The peak flow meter, if used correctly, shows effectiveness of inhalants.