NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Reduction of Risk Potential Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing a presentation on workplace incivility. Which incivility behaviors should the nurse plan to include in the presentation? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A: Verbal intimidation and space invasion are uncivil. B: Insults and ignoring are uncivil behaviors. D: Teasing can be disrespectful and uncivil. C and E are not behaviors but actions.
Question 2 of 5
When assessing a client, it is important for the nurse to be informed about cultural issues related to the client's background because
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Normal patterns of behavior may be labeled as deviant, immoral, or insane. Culture is an important variable in the assessment of individuals.
To work effectively with clients, the nurse must be aware of a cultural distinctive qualities.
Question 3 of 5
When observing 4 year-old children playing in the hospital playroom, what activity would the nurse expect to see the children participating in?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Playing cooperatively with other preschoolers. Cooperative play is typical of the late preschool period.
Question 4 of 5
Which of these clients would the nurse recommend keeping in the hospital during an internal disaster at that facility?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A young adult in the second day of treatment for an overdose of acetaminophen. An overdose of Tylenol requires close observation for 3 to 4 days as well as Mucomyst PO during that time. A strong risk of liver failure exists immediately following Tylenol overdose.
Question 5 of 5
When teaching effective stress management techniques to a client 1 hour before surgery, which of the following should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deep breathing. Deep breathing is a reliable and valid method for reducing stress, and can be taught and reinforced in a short period pre-operatively.