NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
A 20-year-old woman with a fracture of the left femur is placed in Buck's traction with a 7-lb weight. The patient keeps sliding down in bed.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) will not prevent patient from sliding down; may change pull of traction (2) correct-will keep leg straight and counter the pull of the weights (3) will bend the leg and alter the pull of the traction (4) not effective way of preventing the patient from sliding down in bed
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client suspected to have Tuberculosis (TB). Which of the following diagnostic tests is essential for determining the presence of active TB?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sputum culture. The sputum culture is the most accurate method for determining the presence of active TB.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of gout about allopurinol (Zyloprim). Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stopping allopurinol when gout attacks stop is incorrect, as it is used long-term to prevent uric acid buildup. Options A, B, and C are correct: water prevents kidney stones, rash may indicate hypersensitivity, and food reduces GI upset.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse and a student nurse are discussing the specific points about infants born to HBsAg-positive mothers. Which of these comments by the student indicates a need for clarification of information?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The third dose should be given at least 16 weeks from the first dose and 8 weeks from the second dose. All of the other options are correct information.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a cholesterol level of $240 \mathrm{mg}$ is instructed to modify his diet. Which of the following diets provides a low-cholesterol, low-saturated fat breakfast?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oatmeal, skim milk, and margarine are low in cholesterol and saturated fat, unlike bacon, sausage, or cream cheese.