NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 7 Questions
Extract:
A female client is diagnosed with human papillomavirus (HPV).
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following client statements, if made to the nurse, illustrates an understanding of the possible sequelae of this illness?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: Determine the 'hidden meaning' of the answer choices. (1) antibiotics are not used for viral infections (2) douches will not prevent recurrence (3) correct-several strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV) are associated with cervical cancer (4) tampons would not be a problem as in toxic shock syndrome
Extract:
An 18-month-old is brought by her father to the well-baby clinic for a routine immunization. Just before the nurse gives the child the injection, the toddler begins to cry.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following comments by the nurse is the MOST appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: Remember therapeutic communication (1) nontherapeutic, doesn't respond to feeling tone and tells child what to do (2) correct-doesn't minimize child's reaction, responds to feeling tone (3) nontherapeutic, minimizes child's reaction (4) nontherapeutic, minimizes child's reaction, should indicate it is OK to feel afraid
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following interventions is appropriate when caring for a client who has lost function of cranial nerve $\mathrm{V}$ on the left side?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cranial nerve V (trigeminal) loss may impair corneal sensation, increasing risk of eye injury; an eye patch protects the left eye. Swallowing and hearing are unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse observes a staff member caring for a client with a left unilateral mastectomy. The nurse would intervene if she notices the staff member is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking the blood pressure in the left arm. Clients who have had a unilateral mastectomy should not have their blood pressure measured on the affected side. This helps avoid the possibility of lymphedema post-operatively and in the future.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse’s INITIAL priority when managing a physically assaultive client is to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Restoring the client’s self-control is the initial priority to ensure safety and prevent escalation. This involves assessing the situation, using psychological or chemical interventions, and possibly physical control. Room restriction, supervision, or clearing the area are secondary or impractical during rapid escalation.