NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which laboratory result would be expected during the emergent phase of a burn injury?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Glucose levels rise as a result of the stress response during the emergent phase. Answers B, C, and D are within normal range. K+ and Na+ would be elevated, whereas albumin would be lowered during the emergent period due to increased permeability.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of ulcerative colitis.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A white blood cell count of 15,000/mm³ suggests infection or severe inflammation in ulcerative colitis, requiring immediate attention. Low hemoglobin and albumin are common, and normal potassium is unremarkable.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of schizophrenia who is receiving haloperidol (Haldol) 5 mg PO bid. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Muscle stiffness and tremors suggest extrapyramidal symptoms, a serious haloperidol side effect. Options A, B, and D are less urgent.
Question 4 of 5
Prochlorperazine maleate (Compazine) 10 mg IM has been ordered for a client.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prochlorperazine (Compazine) is incompatible with other medications in the same syringe, so it must be drawn and administered separately from Stadol. Monitoring vital signs (e.g., blood pressure for orthostatic hypotension) is important but not the priority before administration. Dilution and route verification are unnecessary.
Extract:
An elderly client who has just had a prosthetic hip implant.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should position the client
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) flexion beyond 60°, adduction and internal rotation should be avoided in the early postoperative period (2) flexion beyond 60°, adduction and internal rotation should be avoided in the early postoperative period (3) flexion beyond 60°, adduction and internal rotation should be avoided in the early postoperative period (4) correct-position of abduction should be maintained