NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 3 Questions
Extract:
A client is scheduled for a cardiac catheterization at 8 AM. The client's laboratory work was completed five days ago. The results were: K⺠3.0 mEq/L, Na⺠148 mEq/L, glucose 178 mg/dL. He complains of muscle weakness and cramps.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following nursing actions is BEST?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) Aldactone is potassium-sparing diuretic and is an oral medication, patient is NPO for procedure (2) is not feasible prior to the cardiac cath because the client is NPO (3) correct-signs and symptoms are indicative of hypokalemia; stat serum K⺠level is needed to confirm the K⺠level prior to going for cardiac catheterization (4) is unnecessary at this time
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Question 2 of 5
A low-sodium, high-potassium diet is ordered for a client. Which food selection made by the client indicates understanding of the prescribed diet?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Orange juice and vegetables are high in potassium and low in sodium, aligning with the prescribed diet, unlike milk, beef, or fried foods.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should visit which of the following clients first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chest pain in a client with a history of angina suggests possible acute coronary syndrome, requiring immediate assessment to rule out myocardial infarction.
Extract:
The nurse responds to a train derailment.
Question 4 of 5
After making an initial assessment, which of the following clients should the nurse see FIRST?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: Think ABCs. (1) requires further assessment, could be amniotic fluid or it could be urine (2) correct-indicates arterial bleeding; apply direct pressure; high risk for shock (3) stable patient (4) possible hip fracture, no indication of respiratory difficulty stated
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Question 5 of 5
A 2-month-old boy with a temperature of $102°F (39°C) is brought to the emergency department by his mother.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A low-grade fever within 24-48 hours is a common response to DPT immunization. A high fever (102°F) one week later is unlikely related to the immunization and should be reported to a physician for evaluation, possibly indicating another cause.