NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 4 Questions
Extract:
A client is being treated for hypovolemia.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following observations should the nurse identify as the desired response to fluid replacement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Strategy: Determine the significance of each answer choice and how it relates to hypovolemia. (1) indicates a hypovolemic state (2) indicates a hypovolemic state (3) indicates acidosis (4) correct-normal range for CVP is 3-8 cm water pressure (or 2-6 mm Hg); reading of 8 cm water pressure would indicate a desired response to fluid replacement
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A client admitted with tuberculosis asks the nurse how long he will have to take his prescription for INH. The best answer for the nurse to give the client is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: INH (isoniazid) treatment for active tuberculosis typically lasts 6-9 months. Six weeks is too short, and indefinite treatment is incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a woman who is receiving internal radiation for cancer of the cervix. Which nursing action will do most to reduce the risk of radiation exposure to other clients?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping the door closed minimizes radiation exposure to others by containing emissions. Bed placement or signs are less effective, and observation doesn't reduce exposure.
Extract:
A mother brings her 17-month-old son to the well-baby clinic for a routine check-up. She confides to the nurse that she is concerned because her son sucks his thumb, especially at night when he is put to bed.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the suggestions by the nurse would be BEST?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: 'BEST' indicates there may be more than one correct response. Remember growth and development concepts. (1) controversial treatment for an older child (2) correct-normal behavior, peaks at 18-20 months, most prevalent when child is hungry or tired (3) normal behavior in child this age, should not be discouraged (4) malocclusion occurs if thumb sucking persists past 4 years old or when permanent teeth erupt
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Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching unlicensed personnel about preventing the spread of disease in the health care environment. The nurse knows that the personnel understand when they state that which is the most important way to prevent the spread of disease?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hand washing is the most effective way to prevent disease transmission, breaking the chain of infection in healthcare settings.