NCLEX PN Coordinated Care Questions

Question 1 of 5

An advance directive is written and notarized according to law in the state of Colorado. This document is legal and binding:

A. internationally.B. in the state of Colorado only.C. in the continental United States.D. in the county of origination only.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Advance directive protocols and documents are defined by each state.

Question 2 of 5

A newborn baby exhibits a reflex that includes: hand opening, abducted and extended extremities following a jarring motion. Which of the following correctly identifies the reflex?

A. ATNR reflexB. Startle reflexC. Grasping reflexD. Moro reflex

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The moro reflex has all of the listed characteristics.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following statements is true about a post-discharge follow-up?

A. The nurse should ensure the client is educated on their discharge instructions.B. If the client seems stable, they likely do not need a follow-up visit.C. The physician is responsible for making sure the client has their prescriptions upon discharge.D. If the client has questions, the nurse should instruct the client to bring them up at their follow-up appointment.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The nurse is responsible for ensuring the client is educated, they have their prescriptions, and all their questions are addressed prior to discharge. A client should always have a follow-up visit scheduled with their provider.

Question 4 of 5

A client being treated for sickle cell disease has an order for pain medication. Morphine was ordered, but the nurse is having difficulty deciphering the dose. The nurse should

A. ask the attending physician to come back to the unit and to help read what the order states regarding the correct medication, dose, route, and frequencyB. call the charge nurse to reach out to the attending physician to verify the order including the correct medication, dose, route, and frequencyC. call the attending physician to verbally verify the order including correct medication, dose, route, and frequencyD. just go with his or her gut on what the typical dose is for this medication and administer to the client so they do not have to wait on the physician

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: It is the nurse's responsibility to fully comprehend an attending physician's order prior to carrying it out. This includes verifying any confusing or indiscernible directions/orders via calling or discussing in person with the attending physician.

Question 5 of 5

What is the primary nutritional deficiency of concern for a strict vegetarian?

A. vitamin CB. vitamin B12C. vitamin ED. magnesium

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Vitamin B12 is the primary nutritional deficiency of concern for a strict vegetarian.

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