NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 7 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which individual is at greatest risk for developing hypertension?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 45 year-old African American attorney. The incidence of hypertension is greater among African Americans than other groups in the US. The incidence among the Hispanic population is rising.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a fractured femur has been in Russell's traction for 24 hours. Which nursing action is associated with this therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Perform a neurovascular check for circulation. While each of these is an important assessment, the neurovascular integrity check is most associated with this type of traction. Russell's traction is Buck's traction with a sling under the knee.
Extract:
The nurse has administered sublingual nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) to a client complaining of chest pain.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following observations is MOST important for the nurse to report to the next shift?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: The topic of the question is unstated. Read answer choices for clues. (1) not a side effect of this medication (2) correct-hypotension is significant side effect of nitroglycerin; although effect may be transient, BP should be closely observed to ensure that it does not continue to decrease (3) not a side effect of this medication (4) an expected outcome
Extract:
The nurse is assigned a team with another registered nurse and an LPN.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following patients should the nurse assign to the LPN?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: The LPN/LVN is assigned stable patients with expected outcomes. (1) needs preoperative teaching and assessment (2) correct-basic care needs can be met by the LPN/LVN, don't make patient assignments based on equipment (3) needs therapeutic intervention, teaching, and assessment (4) needs assessment and teaching
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client for a kidney-ureter-bladder x-ray (KUB). What is included in the preparation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Explaining the procedure reduces anxiety and ensures cooperation, a key preparation for a non-invasive KUB x-ray.