NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 1 Questions
Extract:
A client is admitted for a series of Test s to verify the diagnosis of Cushing's syndrome.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following assessment findings, if observed by the nurse, would support this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: Think about each answer choice and how it relates to Cushing's syndrome. (1) correct-Cushing's syndrome is characteristic of these assessments, as are weight gain, moon face, purple striae, osteoporosis, mood swings, and high susceptibility to infections (2) symptoms of hyperthyroidism (3) symptoms of hypothyroidism (myxedema) (4) symptoms of hypoparathyroidism
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient the first day postoperative after a transurethral prostatectomy (TURP). The patient has a continuous bladder irrigation (CBI). The patient's wife asks why he has Vectors are not supported in text mode. Please provide the text content you want to include, and I'll help format it appropriately. to have the CBI. Which of the following responses by the nurse is BEST?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: continuous bladder irrigation prevents formation of clots that can lead to obstruction and spasm in the postoperative TURP client
Question 3 of 5
Which action is most likely to ensure the safety of the nurse while making a home visit?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Remain alert at all times and leave if cues suggest the home is not safe. No person or equipment can guarantee nurses' safety, although the risk of violence can be minimized. Before making initial visits, review referral information carefully and have a plan to communicate with agency staff. Schedule appointments with clients. When driving into an area for the first time, note potential hazards. Observe surroundings when parking, walking to the client's door, making the visit, walking back to the car, and driving away. LISTEN to clients. If they tell you to leave, do so.
Extract:
An older woman hospitalized with a fractured left hip, placed in Buck's traction with a seven-pound weight while awaiting surgery.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following instructions for moving should be discussed by the nurse to encourage the patient to participate in her care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) correct-body must move as single, straight unit (2) turning or twisting from the waist down interferes with countertraction (3) prevents proper pull of weights (4) can't turn from side to side, can only move up and down
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse observes a staff member not following the plan of care for a client with an antisocial personality disorder. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: It is essential that the treatment program be followed exactly for clients with antisocial personality disorder because they are very manipulative and attempt to divide staff. However, confronting the staff member in front of the client enhances the division of staff.