NCLEX RN Simulated Exam Test Bank - Nurselytic

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is 'Overemphasize behaviors which accommodate for perceived weaknesses.' Compensation involves overemphasizing or exaggerating a particular behavior or trait to make up for or cover up perceived weaknesses in oneself. This defense mechanism allows individuals to focus on their strengths rather than acknowledging their shortcomings.

Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. Refusing to hear unwanted information relates more to denial, transferring feelings of negativity to someone else is projection, and placing blame on others is an example of the defense mechanism known as externalization.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: By using a demonstration and performance method of patient education, the patient is offered a chance to perform a task and have learning assessed while still in the office. This ensures that any questions that the patient has can be answered immediately, and any performance issues observed by the medical assistant can also be corrected promptly.
Choice A is not as effective as providing a demonstration in person, as it may not address the patient's specific learning needs or allow for immediate feedback.
Choice B suggests asking a healthcare provider to demonstrate, which is similar to the correct answer but may not always be readily available in the office.
Choice C, watching a video, lacks the interactive component and immediate feedback that a live demonstration provides, making it less effective in this scenario.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: When assessing a pulse, it is important to note the rate (number of beats per minute), quality (regular or irregular), and fullness (thread and weak or full and bounding). These aspects provide crucial information about the patient's cardiovascular status. Regularity, as mentioned in option D, is not typically assessed during a pulse check and is not necessary for routine pulse assessment.
Choice A is too limited as it overlooks important aspects beyond just the rate.
Choice B improves by adding quality but still lacks the fullness aspect.
Choice C is the most comprehensive and accurate as it includes all three essential aspects for a thorough pulse assessment.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Food intake is typically measured in terms of the percentage (%) of food that has been eaten. Using percentages allows for a more precise and standardized way of recording food consumption. For instance, you would record 25% of the vegetable if the person has eaten about a quarter of the vegetables on the plate.

Choices A and B are incorrect.
Choice A's terms 'a little' and 'a moderate amount' are vague and not specific enough for accurate documentation.
Choice B's use of cc is more appropriate for measuring fluids, not solid foods.
Choice D is also incorrect as it combines vague terms with percentages, which could lead to confusion in accurately documenting the food intake.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The suffix '-globin' in the term 'Hemoglobin' specifically refers to a protein. Hemoglobin is a protein found in red blood cells that carries oxygen.
Choice B, 'Iron,' is incorrect as iron is a mineral component of hemoglobin but not the meaning of the suffix.
Choice C, 'Metal,' is too broad and not specific to the meaning of the suffix in this context.
Choice D, 'Blood,' is incorrect as it refers to the overall term 'Hemoglobin' rather than the specific meaning of the suffix '-globin.'
Therefore, the correct answer is A: 'Protein.'