NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 5 Questions
Extract:
A five-year-old boy in the playroom.
Question 1 of 5
The school nurse observes a group of preschool children in the playroom. The nurse recognizes which of the following activities as appropriate behavior for a five-year-old boy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: Picture the child. (1) play begins to be cooperative at this age (2) correct-imitative behavior seen at this age (3) too advanced for this age (4) too regressed for this age
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative day 1 after a cesarean section. Which of the following findings would be of GREATest concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A temperature of 100.8°F suggests infection, such as endometritis, a serious complication post-cesarean section requiring immediate evaluation. Options B, C, and D are expected: incision pain, lochia rubra, and urine output 50 mL/hour are normal on day 1.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client in a manic phase of bipolar affective disorder. It is MOST important for the nurse to offer which of the following meals?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Manic clients need portable, nutritious finger foods due to high energy and distractibility. Tuna salad sandwich and orange slices provide balanced nutrition. Options B, C, and D are less suitable: bologna is processed, milkshakes lack variety, and fried chicken is messy.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a patient that has undergone a recent CABG. The nurse notices a mole with irregular edges with a bluish color. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Contacting the attending physician via the medical record is appropriate due to the possibility of melanoma.