NCLEX-PN
Basic Care and Comfort NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The experienced nurse observes the student nurse caring for the client with the wet plaster cast illustrated. Which conclusion by the experienced nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C: Using palms prevents indentations in wet casts. A: Wet casts can be touched to reposition. B: Pillows limit inspection of the cast underside. D: Fingers cause pressure points.
Question 2 of 5
Perineal care to a female client by the nurse can be performed:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Perineal care requires gloves and washing from front to back to prevent bacterial contamination of the urethra, ensuring infection control.
Question 3 of 5
The intent of the Patient Self Determination Act (PSDA) of 1990 is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The PSDA encourages advance directives to promote proactive medical decision-making, ensuring clients' wishes are honored before a crisis.
Question 4 of 5
A nursing care plan for a client with sleep problems has been implemented. All of the following should be expected outcomes except:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An expected outcome is that the client falls asleep shortly after going to bed.
Question 5 of 5
Ms. Petty is having difficulty falling asleep. Which of the following measures promote sleep?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A back rub and warm milk promote relaxation and sleep. Vigorous exercise, cool showers, hot tea, and late TV watching are stimulating and disrupt sleep.