NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 4 Questions
Extract:
A patient is admitted to the hospital for a hypoglossectomy with lymph node dissection.
Question 1 of 5
The patient's preoperative care includes frequent oral hygiene with hydrogen peroxide. The nurse knows the purpose of this treatment is to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: Determine how each answer choice relates to the procedure. (1) correct-destroys bacteria found in mouth, reduces the chance of infection (2) is not the action of hydrogen peroxide (3) circulation is unaffected by a mouth rinse (4) has slight drying effect on mucous membranes
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a woman who is receiving internal radiation for cancer of the cervix. Which nursing action will do most to reduce the risk of radiation exposure to other clients?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping the door closed minimizes radiation exposure to others by containing emissions. Bed placement or signs are less effective, and observation doesn't reduce exposure.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following should the nurse include in his teaching plan for the client taking Vasopressin (Lypressin)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vasopressin is often administered nasally or by injection, so teaching the proper administration method is essential.
Extract:
A 25-year-old woman after a vaginal delivery.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is the FIRST nursing action that should be implemented for a 25-year-old woman after a vaginal delivery?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: 'FIRST' indicates that this is a priority question. Remember the ABCs. (1) correct-complication of hemorrhage assessed by observing lochial flow (2) done to assist its natural clamping-down action, assessed as firm or boggy (3) must meet physical needs first (4) not first action, hemorrhage most important complication
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The doctor has ordered the removal of a Davol drain. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give to the client prior to removing the drain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Holding the breath during Davol drain removal prevents air entry into the wound. Normal breathing , deep breaths , or slow breathing may increase complications.