NCLEX-PN
Basic Care and Comfort NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 45-year-old client with type I diabetes is in need of support services upon discharge from a skilled rehabilitation unit. Which of the following services is an example of a skilled support service?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The only skilled service listed is medication instruction. Grocery shopping, house-cleaning services, and transportation services are all examples of unskilled services offered by volunteer and fee-for-service agencies.
Question 2 of 5
A client with an ileus is placed on intestinal tube suction. Which of the following electrolytes is lost with intestinal suction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Duodenal intestinal fluid is rich in K+, Na+, and bicarbonate. Suctioning to remove excess fluids decreases the client's K+ and Na+ levels.
Question 3 of 5
Which of these does not need to be included when calculating a client's fluid intake?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pudding is a semi-solid and does not melt at room temperature, so it should not be included in fluid intake calculations.
Question 4 of 5
According to the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, professional nurses have an ethical obligation to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The ANA Code of Ethics encompasses obligations to clients, the nursing profession, and delivering high-quality care, ensuring comprehensive ethical practice.
Question 5 of 5
A client has a nasogastric (NG) tube in place following abdominal surgery. The purpose of this tube immediately following surgery is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Postoperative NG tubes decompress the stomach, preventing fluid and gas buildup that could disrupt surgical sites or cause vomiting.