Coordinated Care PN NCLEX Questions

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

Which of these clients should the LPN/LVN see first?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Numbness and tingling hours or days after a cast is applied may indicate compartment syndrome and should be reported to a medical provider right away. The other options all feature expected or typical symptoms related to their diagnosis.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following methods of contraception is able to reduce the transmission of HIV and other STDs?

A. intrauterine device (IUD) B. Norplant C. oral contraceptives D. vaginal sponge

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The vaginal sponge is a barrier method of contraception that, when used with foam or jelly contraception, reduces the transmission of HIV and other STDs as well as reducing the risk of pregnancy. IUDs, Norplant, and oral contraceptives can prevent pregnancy but not the transmission HIV and STDs. Clients using the contraceptive methods in

Choices A, B, and C should be counseled to use a chemical or barrier contraceptive to decrease transmission of HIV or STDs.

Question 3 of 5

All of the following factors, when identified in the history of a family, are correlated with poverty except:

A. high infant mortality rate. B. frequent use of Emergency Departments. C. consultation with folk healers. D. low incidence of dental problems.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Dental problems are prevalent because of the lack of preventive care and access to care. High infant mortality is one of the most significant problems correlated with poverty. Pregnant women who do not have access to care might come to the Emergency Department when in labor. Those in poverty are likely to use Emergency Departments because they may not be turned away. Those in poverty might also turn to folk healers or other persons in their community for care who might be easier to access and might not demand payment.

Question 4 of 5

Which of these clients should the LPN/LVN see first?

A. a client with a newly placed NG who is complaining of pain around the face and a plugged nose B. a post-op prostatectomy client who complains of bladder spasms and blood in his foley bag C. a client in an arm cast who is 2 days post-op and reports feelings of numbness and tingling in her affected arm D. a client newly diagnosed with Hepatitis A who reports stomach pain and itchy skin

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Numbness and tingling hours or days after a cast is applied may indicate compartment syndrome and should be reported to a medical provider right away. The other options all feature expected or typical symptoms related to their diagnosis.

Question 5 of 5

The LPN notices a client with poor gait and balance. She is currently being treated for hypertension, but the nurse is concerned. What should the nurse do?

A. Add this issue to the nursing care plan and have daily gait/balance training as an intervention. B. Do nothing as this has nothing to do with why the client was hospitalized. C. Speak with the attending physician about his concerns and request a referral for the client to go to the hospital gym. D. Speak with the attending physician about his concerns and request a referral to physical therapy.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Nurses need to be aware of clients' needs even if they do not pertain to the reason for hospitalization and treatment. It is important to advocate for clients and request referrals when concerns and/or issues arise during care.

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