NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician diagnoses Graves' disease for a 28-year-old woman seen in the clinic. The nurse would expect the client to exhibit which of the following symptoms?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: increased metabolic rate causes weight loss even with increased appetite
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of osteoporosis about alendronate (Fosamax). Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking alendronate with a calcium supplement is incorrect, as it reduces absorption; they should be taken at different times. Options A, B, and C are correct: morning dosing, remaining upright, and taking with water minimize esophageal irritation and maximize absorption.
Question 3 of 5
An adult is admitted with gastroenteritis. The physician has ordered prochlorperazine (Compazine) 10 mg PO tid PRN or prochlorperazine (Compazine) 5 mg suppository every 6 hours PRN and loperamide (Imodium) 2 mg PO PRN. The client has an episode of diarrhea and complains of nausea. What should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nausea and diarrhea warrant both prochlorperazine (anti-emetic) and loperamide (anti-diarrheal) orally, addressing both symptoms effectively.
Question 4 of 5
A young child with a history of grand mal seizures is in public school. He is on phenobarbital and hydantoin (Dilantin) to control the seizures. His teacher tells the nurse that he has not had any seizures but he does keep falling asleep in class. What should the nurse include when discussing his drowsiness with the teacher?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phenobarbital, a barbiturate, commonly causes drowsiness, explaining the child's sleepiness in class, which should be monitored but is expected.
Question 5 of 5
Docusate sodium (Colace) is ordered for an adult who had a myocardial infarction yesterday. The client asks the nurse why docusate sodium is prescribed. The nurse's response should include which information?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Docusate sodium is a stool softener, reducing straining during bowel movements, which decreases cardiac strain post-MI.