NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse manager identifies that time spent by staff in charting is excessive, requiring overtime for completion. The nurse manager states that 'staff will form a task force to investigate and develop potential solutions to the problem, and report on this at the next staff meeting.' The nurse manager's leadership style is best described as
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Participative. A participative style of management involves staff in decision-making processes. Staff/manager interactions are open and trusting. Most work efforts are joint endeavors.
Question 2 of 5
The geriatric residents of a long-term care facility are engaged in a reminiscing group. The nurse knows that the primary goal of this type of group activity is to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: primary goal of a reminiscing group for geriatric clients is to review and share their life experiences with the group members
Question 3 of 5
The nurse manager identifies that time spent by staff in charting is excessive, requiring overtime for completion. The nurse manager states that 'staff will form a task force to investigate and develop potential solutions to the problem, and report on this at the next staff meeting.' The nurse manager's leadership style is best described as
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Participative. A participative style of management involves staff in decision-making processes. Staff/manager interactions are open and trusting. Most work efforts are joint endeavors.
Question 4 of 5
Digoxin has been prescribed for a 70-year-old man who has atrial fibrillation. Which behavior indicates that the client understands the nurse's instructions about taking digoxin?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking pulse before taking digoxin prevents administration if bradycardia is present, indicating understanding of toxicity monitoring.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of rheumatoid arthritis.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morning stiffness lasting over 30 minutes is a hallmark of rheumatoid arthritis due to joint inflammation. Pain improves with activity, joints are symmetrically affected, and onset is gradual.