NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 2 Questions
Extract:
A client in labor is receiving magnesium sulfate IV.
Question 1 of 5
Which assessment is MOST important to give during report to the nurse on the next shift?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Strategy: Determine how each answer choice relates to magnesium sulfate. (1) not a concern because the respirations are increasing (2) not relevant to the medication (3) not relevant to the medication (4) correct-magnesium sulfate is a central nervous system depressant; side effect is oliguria
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Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of epilepsy about lamotrigine (Lamictal). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A skin rash may indicate Stevens-Johnson syndrome, a serious lamotrigine side effect. Options A, C, and D are incorrect: grapefruit juice is irrelevant, stopping the medication risks seizures, and blood Test s are needed.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of hemophilia.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Factor replacement therapy stops bleeding in hemophilia, relieving joint pain from hemarthrosis. Cold compresses are used, exercise worsens bleeding, and analgesics are supportive.
Question 4 of 5
The initial response by the nurse to a delusional client who refuses to eat because of a belief that the food is poisoned is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: You think that someone wants to poison you? This acknowledges the client's perception, opening discussion and expressing doubt.
Question 5 of 5
A 23-year-old man with Addison's disease comes to the health clinic. The nurse should expect the client to report that his skin has become
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: increase in melanocyte-stimulating hormone results in 'eternal tan'