NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Exam Prep Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is an example of emotional neglect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is ignoring and isolating a person. Emotional neglect involves failing to meet the emotional needs of individuals, which can include ignoring their feelings and isolating them.
Choices A, B, and D involve physical aggression, verbal threats, and neglect of physical care, respectively. These actions may be forms of abuse or neglect, but they do not specifically relate to emotional neglect as described in the question.
Question 2 of 5
What does preload refer to?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Preload refers to the volume of blood that enters the right side of the heart. This volume stretches the fibers in the heart before contraction. Preload is an essential factor in determining the force of ventricular contraction.
Choices A, C, and D are incorrect.
Choice A is incorrect because preload is specifically related to the volume of blood entering the right side of the heart.
Choices C and D are incorrect as they refer to afterload, which is the pressure that the heart must overcome to pump blood out of the ventricles into the systemic or pulmonary circulation.
Question 3 of 5
You see a patient lying on the floor of the bathroom. You are NOT assigned to this patient. What is the first thing that you should do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct course of action in this situation is to observe the patient for any injuries and call out for help. It is crucial to act immediately in an emergency, regardless of whether the patient is under your care. Checking for injuries and seeking assistance can help ensure the patient receives prompt and appropriate care. Choosing to inform the nurse of a seizure without evidence or taking no action because the patient is not your assignment are not optimal responses. In a healthcare setting, patient safety and well-being should always be the top priority.
Question 4 of 5
In which of the following ways can a healthcare provider promote the sense of taste for an older adult?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: As individuals age, their sense of taste may diminish, impacting the enjoyment of eating. One effective way for a healthcare provider to promote the sense of taste for an older adult is by encouraging them to chew food thoroughly. Thorough chewing increases the contact of food with the taste buds, enhancing the chances of experiencing the flavors. Mixing foods together on the dinner tray may not necessarily enhance taste perception. Avoiding strong scents like cologne, air fresheners, or room deodorizers is more related to olfactory senses rather than taste. Discouraging the use of salt or seasonings can further diminish the taste experience for older adults who may already have reduced taste sensitivity.
Question 5 of 5
A client is being assisted to lie in the Sims' position. In what position does the nurse arrange the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Sims' position is a side-lying position used for examinations or comfort. In the Sims' position, the client lies on their side with the upper leg flexed. The abdomen is slightly downward, and the lower arm is positioned behind the body. A pillow can be used to support the leg.
Choice B is incorrect as it describes a position with the client lying on their back with the head lower than the feet.
Choice C is incorrect as it describes a prone position, not the Sims' position.
Choice D is incorrect as it describes a sitting position, not the Sims' position.