NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 1 Questions
Extract:
A client is admitted with renal calculi and is experiencing severe pain. Meperidine (Demerol) 75 mg IM is given prior to the change of shift.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following symptoms is MOST important for the nurse to report to the next shift?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: Determine how each answer choice relates to renal calculi. (1) often accompanies pain, but is not most important to report to next shift (2) important, but not the highest priority (3) correct-location of the pain depends on location of renal stone; character of pain changes depending on location or movement of stone (4) important, but not the highest priority
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A 34-year-old man comes to the clinic for the results of a glycosylated hemoglobin assay (HbA1c). Which statement, if made by the client to the nurse, indicates an understanding of this procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: when RBCs are being formed, sugar is attached (glycosylated) and remains attached throughout the life of the RBC
Extract:
A client with paralysis from a cerebrovascular accident (CVA).
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a priority nursing goal in the plan of care for a client with paralysis from a cerebrovascular accident (CVA)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) to prevent deformities, the nurse needs to prevent adduction of the affected shoulder (2) correct-flexor muscles are stronger than extensor muscles (3) client will be unable to perform active ROM, will need assistance from nurse (4) to prevent deformities, the nurse needs to prevent external rotation of the hip joint, prevent foot drop (plantar flexion), and place the hand in slight supination so that the fingers are barely flexed
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A confused client has been placed in physical restraints by order of the provider. Which task could be assigned to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assist the client with activities of daily living. The person to whom the activity is delegated must be capable of performing it. The UAP is capable of assisting clients with basic needs.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of heart failure who is receiving torsemide (Demadex) 20 mg PO daily. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypokalemia (3.0 mEq/L) is a serious torsemide side effect, risking arrhythmias in heart failure. Options B, C, and D are normal.