NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 2 Questions
Extract:
A client is scheduled for electromyography (EMG).
Question 1 of 5
What should the nurse tell the client about the procedure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) usually performed on the legs (2) correct-electrodes are attached to legs, length of time for impulse transmission is measured (3) may impair Test results (4) doesn't involve general anesthesia or GI system
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
Prior to suctioning a tracheotomy, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administering oxygen pre-suctioning prevents hypoxia, as suctioning can reduce oxygen levels. Oropharyngeal suctioning, cannula changes, or bed elevation are not primary pre-suction steps.
Extract:
A client who has overdosed on a large quantity of diazepam (Valium).
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following nursing actions should take priority during the first several days of this client's inpatient treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: Think Maslow. (1) psychosocial, can be done after the client has been medically stabilized (2) psychosocial, can be done after the client has been medically stabilized (3) correct-physical, because of potentially life-threatening complications of depressant overdose such as respiratory failure, pulmonary edema, and seizures, nurse's priority is observation and documentation of vital signs (4) psychosocial, can be done after the client has been medically stabilized
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of burn injuries.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strict aseptic technique prevents infection, a major cause of mortality in burn patients due to loss of skin barrier. IV fluids are used, cold compresses worsen tissue damage, and high-protein diets support healing.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is working on a plan to assist an abused client back into the work situation. Which will likely be most helpful in decreasing the trauma for the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Support from significant others provides emotional stability, most effective in reducing trauma for an abused client re-entering work.