NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should visit which of the following clients first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chest pain in a client with a history of angina suggests possible acute coronary syndrome, requiring immediate assessment to rule out myocardial infarction.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is to make several home visits today. All of the visits are within a 5-mile radius. All of the following persons need to be seen. Which person should the nurse visit first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Leg ulcers in a diabetic with peripheral vascular disease pose infection and healing risks, prioritizing wound care. Other needs are less urgent.
Question 3 of 5
A client with bipolar disorder receives Eskalith (lithium carbonate) bid. Which observation is associated with lithium toxicity?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ataxia , or impaired coordination, is a sign of lithium toxicity. Hyporeflexia is not typical. Akathesia is restlessness, often linked to antipsychotics. Petechiae indicate bleeding issues, not lithium toxicity.
Question 4 of 5
An adult client became incontinent while hospitalized. The client now drinks very little. The nurse understands that this is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reduced fluid intake is a coping strategy to avoid incontinence, though it risks dehydration, reflecting an attempt to manage embarrassment.
Question 5 of 5
A client is admitted to a voluntary hospital mental health unit due to suicidal ideation. The client has been on the unit for 2 days and now states 'I demand to be released now!' The appropriate response from the nurse is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clients voluntarily admitted to the hospital have a right to demand and obtain release. Discussing the decision initially allows an opportunity for other interventions.