NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 9 Questions
Extract:
A nurse was sued for malpractice but is proved innocent.
Question 1 of 5
Which fact from the case was decisive in determining the outcome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: Think about each answer. (1) negligence is the unintentional failure of an individual to perform an act that a reasonable person would or not would perform in similar circumstances; can be an act of omission or commission (2) tort is a legal term that means a wrongful act that results in injury, loss, or damage (3) correct-required elements of malpractice are duty, breach of duty, causation, and injury (4) would be considered negligence
Extract:
A client preparing for surgery.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements by the client BEST indicates to the nurse an emotional readiness for surgery?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: Think about each answer choice. (1) indicates feelings of fear and helplessness (2) indicates fear and lack of trust (3) correct-indicates acceptance and a readiness to participate in postoperative care (4) indicates fear that something will be missed
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for clients in outpatient surgery.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: For a four-year-old, using dolls or puppets to demonstrate the procedure in simple terms is developmentally appropriate, addressing what the child will experience (see, hear, feel). Drawing pictures or reading books is better for school-aged children, and time concepts like one hour are not relatable to preschoolers.
Extract:
Several days after a client had a myocardial infarction, the physician placed him on a 2-gm sodium diet.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following selections would indicate to the nurse an understanding of the diet?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: Determine the foods that are allowed on a 2-gm sodium diet. (1) correct-all items are low in sodium; milk is allowed on a salt-restricted diet (2) instant oatmeal has sodium added (3) bacon is high in sodium (4) all baked breads are high in sodium, as is sausage
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of heart failure about furosemide (Lasix). Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stopping furosemide when feeling better is incorrect, as heart failure requires lifelong treatment to manage fluid overload. Options A, B, and C are correct: muscle cramps may indicate hypokalemia, morning dosing minimizes nocturia, and potassium-rich foods are recommended.