NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is to administer a nasogastric tube feeding to a client. Which action is essential prior to administering the feeding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aspirating and checking pH confirms nasogastric tube placement in the stomach, preventing aspiration during feeding.
Question 2 of 5
A low-purine diet is ordered for a client who has uric acid kidney stones. Which foods should the client avoid? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,F
Rationale: Liver and lobster are high-purine foods, increasing uric acid production, which worsens uric acid kidney stones. Eggs, chicken, oats, and lentils are lower in purines and safer.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client in a manic phase of bipolar affective disorder. It is MOST important for the nurse to offer which of the following meals?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Manic clients need portable, nutritious finger foods due to high energy and distractibility. Tuna salad sandwich and orange slices provide balanced nutrition. Options B, C, and D are less suitable: bologna is processed, milkshakes lack variety, and fried chicken is messy.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of pancreatitis.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low-fat, high-protein diet reduces pancreatic stimulation and supports tissue repair in chronic pancreatitis. High-fat diets exacerbate symptoms, and carbohydrate balance is less critical.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is to administer a nasogastric tube feeding to a client. Which action is essential prior to administering the feeding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aspirating and checking pH confirms nasogastric tube placement in the stomach, preventing aspiration during feeding.