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:
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following nursing actions has the HIGHEST priority in caring for the client with hypoparathyroidism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: cardiac dysrhythmias related to low serum calcium would be the highest priority
Question 3 of 5
The client is discharged from the unit with a prescription for Evista (raloxifene HCl). Which of the following is a side effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evista, used for osteoporosis, has an estrogen agonist effect, commonly causing hot flashes. It does not cause leg cramps , urinary frequency , or cold extremities .
Question 4 of 5
The nurse assesses the development of a three-month-old boy in the well-baby clinic.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grasping for objects out of reach is unexpected until around 6 months of age. Holding the head erect, turning toward sounds, and spontaneous smiling are developmentally appropriate for a three-month-old.
Extract:
A client with newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements, if made by the client to the nurse, would indicate that further teaching is necessary?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: 'Further teaching' indicates an incorrect response. (1) prevents ingrown nails (2) prevents possible injury to feet (3) correct-should inspect feet daily for blisters, sores, ingrown nails, and cuts (4) proper care