NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 8 Questions
Extract:
A client has severe second- and third-degree burns over 75% of his body.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse would be MOST concerned if which of the following was observed?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: Determine how each answer relates to burns. (1) insignificant for burn client (2) may be due to pain (3) correct-body responds to early hypovolemic shock by adrenergic stimulation; vasoconstriction compensates for the loss of fluid, resulting in cool clammy skin, tachycardia, tachypnea, and pale color (4) may be due to pain
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of schizophrenia who is receiving haloperidol (Haldol) 5 mg PO bid. Which of the following client statements would be of GREATest concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stiffness when walking suggests extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS), a serious side effect of haloperidol, requiring evaluation for possible dose adjustment or antiparkinsonian medication. Options B, C, and D are common, less urgent side effects: dry mouth, sedation, and headaches.
Extract:
The triage nurse for a women's health center receives a phone call from each of the following women.
Question 3 of 5
Which woman should be directed to come to the health care facility IMMEDIATELY?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: Determine the least stable client. (1) correct-needs to be evaluated for an ectopic pregnancy (2) expect during first trimester of pregnancy (3) symptomatic of threatened abortion; instruct to decrease activity (4) symptoms of spontaneous abortion; instruct client to save and count pads
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A client on chemotherapy has a WBC count of 1,200/mm^3. Which of the following nursing actions should the nurse take FIRST?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A WBC count of 1,200/mm^3 indicates severe neutropenia, increasing infection risk. Checking temperature every 4 hours detects fever early, a priority. Options B, C, and D are secondary: urine output is unrelated, bleeding gums suggest thrombocytopenia, and blood cultures require fever.
Question 5 of 5
A woman comes to the antepartum clinic for a routine prenatal examination. She is 12 weeks pregnant with her second child. Which of the following shows proper documentation of the client's obstetric history by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gravida 2, Para 1. Gravida describes a woman who is or has been pregnant, regardless of pregnancy outcome. Para describes the number of babies born past a point of viability.