NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse knows that which psychosocial stage should be a priority to consider while planning care for a 20-year-old client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: is the stage for 19- to 35-year-olds
Extract:
A newborn is to be discharged in the AM.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should teach the child's mother to perform which of the following actions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: The topic of the question is unstated. (1) appropriate for circumcision (2) will keep the area moist; the diaper should be placed below the umbilicus (3) correct-encourages drying and helps to prevent infection (4) antibiotic ointment is unnecessary
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Question 3 of 5
An adult has the following blood gasses: pH=7.52, pCO2=50, HCO3=35, and pO2=90. What is most likely to be in the client's history of presenting signs and symptoms?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High pH and HCO3 indicate metabolic alkalosis, commonly caused by frequent vomiting, losing gastric acid.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is performing a physical assessment on a client with insulin dependent diabetes mellitus. Which client finding calls for immediate nursing action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diaphoresis and shakiness. Diaphoresis is a sign of hypoglycemia, which warrants immediate attention to prevent severe complications.
Question 5 of 5
During administration of oral medications to an elderly, confused client, the client states, 'These pills look funny. They belong to the lady down the hall.' Which of the following is the BEST response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rechecking medications ensures safety, addressing the client’s concern about a possible error. Options A, B, and C risk administering incorrect drugs.