NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Trainer Test 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of these clients would the nurse monitor for the complication of C. difficile diarrhea?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A middle-aged client receiving radiation for throat cancer. Radiation therapy, particularly to the abdomen or pelvis, can disrupt the gut microbiota and increase the risk of C. difficile infection, especially if the client is also receiving antibiotics or has a weakened immune system.
Extract:
A client recently diagnosed with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM). As part of the treatment plan, the client receives Humulin N 32 units and Humulin R 8 units each morning.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following actions, if performed by the client while preparing the morning insulin injection, would require an intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strategy: All answers are implementations. Determine the outcome of each answer choice. Is it desired? (1) clear insulin always drawn up first (2) correct-Humulin R is clear and drawn up first, only 8 units are ordered, Humulin N is cloudy (3) allows you to withdraw medication later (4) allows you to withdraw medication later
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
An insulin-dependent diabetic is admitted with a blood sugar of 415 mg/dL. His wife states, 'He always follows his diabetic diet religiously and administers his insulin using a sliding scale twice a day.' Upon reviewing his chart, the nurse notes that the client has been hospitalized four times during the past three months for a medical diagnosis of hyperglycemia secondary to noncompliance with medical regimen. When questioned, he says, 'It's a little too complicated to keep track of when I need to eat and when I need to check my blood and take my medicine.' Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Repeated hospitalizations for hyperglycemia due to difficulty managing the regimen indicate noncompliance, the most appropriate diagnosis.
Extract:
A 62-year-old man who is scheduled for a total laryngectomy.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements, if made by the family, would indicate to the nurse a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strategy: 'Further teaching is necessary' indicates an incorrect response. (1) will communicate in writing initially, then artificial larynx or esophageal speech (2) will require laryngectomy tube to prevent scar tissue contracture (3) correct-requires nutritional support for 10 days until wound heals, then gradually resumes oral intake (4) common with total laryngectomy
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
In addition to routine vital signs, what should the nurse assess because the client had a lumbar laminectomy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lumbar laminectomy affects lower spine nerves; assessing foot strength evaluates neurological function in the legs. Hand grasps, swallowing, and abdominal strength are unrelated.