NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which characteristic is most likely to be present in persons who abuse others?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Substance abuse is strongly associated with abusive behavior due to impaired judgment and aggression. Financial security, self-image, or illness are less predictive.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of rheumatoid arthritis.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morning stiffness lasting over 30 minutes is a hallmark of rheumatoid arthritis due to joint inflammation. Pain improves with activity, joints are symmetrically affected, and onset is gradual.
Question 3 of 5
A baby is delivered following a pregnancy complicated by gestational diabetes. What should the nurse observe the baby for?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Infants of mothers with gestational diabetes are at risk for hypoglycemia due to high fetal insulin levels from maternal hyperglycemia, requiring close monitoring.
Extract:
A client with pneumonia.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following nursing observations would indicate a therapeutic response to the treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: Determine which answer choice indicates an improved respiratory status. (1) validates the continued presence of the infection (2) validates the continued presence of the infection (3) correct-sputum characteristics indicate a decrease in the pneumonia; is supported by respiratory status (4) does not substantiate the status of the infection
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving IV fluids at 100 mL/hour. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Jugular vein distension suggests fluid overload, a serious complication. Options A, B, and D are normal.