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The nurse reviews the clinical data and plans the client's care. ➢ Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices below to specify what condition the client is most likely experiencing, 2 actions t
Adult HealthNclex-Pn Readiness Test 10
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Nclex-Pn Readiness Test 10 is a nursing-school practice exam with 279 questions. It is written for nursing students preparing for this course exam and for NCLEX-style review. Every question has its own page showing the full stem, all answer options, the correct answer, and a written rationale explaining why each option is right or wrong.
Topics covered on this page: Adult Health, Pharmacology, Child Health, Mental Health, Maternal & Newborn Health, Leadership & Management.
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0730: Client arrives at the preoperative area with his family. He reports that he is anxious about the procedure. The preoperative checklist was completed at this time. 20-gauge peripheral vascular ac
A. raise upper side rails after administrationB. obtain vital signs before administrationC. monitor deep tendon reflexes every 30 minutesD. administer within 60 minutes of surgical incision
Pharmacology128
The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) is recommending ways to prevent infant abduction to the hospital security committee.➢ It would be appropriate for the LPN/VN to recommend that Select a
A. infants only get transported in bassinets.B. staff wear up-to-date identification badges.C. the maternity unit have open visitation.D. exits be monitored during daytime hours.
Child Health129
The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) is reinforcing teaching to a client with a disturbed sleep pattern. ➢ The LPN/VN should instruct the client to
A. try vigorous exercise before sleeping.B. turn the television on in the bedroom for backgrouC. avoid heavy meals 3 hours before sleeping.D. eat a light snack in your bed before going to slee
Pharmacology130
The nurse is providing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to an infant. Which pulse does the nurse plan to evaluate?
A. CarotidB. BrachialC. PedalD. Radial
Child Health131
The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) is teaching a group of unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) concepts of client identification. Which situation would require two client identifiers? S
A. Providing a meal trayB. Changing bed linensC. Replacing a suction cannisterD. Obtaining vital signs
Pharmacology132
The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) is reinforcing teaching a client about storing their prescribed insulin. Which statement, if made by the client, would indicate a correct understanding
A. Opened vials of insulin may be kept in the freezerB. “My opened vial of insulin is good for 45 days.”C. “If I travel, I can keep a vial of insulin in my cD. “Unopened vials of insulin should be stored in the
Pharmacology133
The primary healthcare provider prescribes 30 mL/kg of 0.9% saline to a client with suspected sepsis who weighs 107.27 kg (235.99 lbs). ➢ How many mL will the licensed practical/vocational nurse
A. 3218
Pharmacology134
The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) has received the following information about assigned clients.➢ The nurse should first collect data on the client with
A. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and hB. atrial fibrillation taking prescribed warfarin andC. diabetes mellitus who refuses to eat following theD. acute pancreatitis and reports nausea with epigast
Pharmacology135
1545: 14-year-old presenting to the emergency department reports shortness of breath, coughing, and chest tightness. The client’s mother called 911 after he was cleaning his room when, apparently, he
A. montelukast.B. levalbuterol.C. dexamethasone.D. diphenhydramine.
Pharmacology136
The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) is caring for a client newly admitted with pneumonia related to cystic fibrosis. ➢ Which of the following interventions should the LPN/VN prioritize?
A. Obtaining the client's weight and nutritional histB. Reinforcing teaching about splinting during coughiC. Administering prescribed antibioticsD. Coordinating discharge planning and outpatient res
Pharmacology137
The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) is assisting the registered nurse in returning phone calls at a physician's office.➢ Which client requires priority?
A. A client taking prescribed propylthiouracil who reB. A client taking prescribed lithium who reports a fC. A client taking prescribed sertraline who reports D. A client taking prescribed prednisone who reports
Pharmacology138
The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) is reinforcing teaching with parents of a 10-year-old child diagnosed with conduct disorder. During the session, the child becomes physically aggressiv
A. "You know this behavior isn’t acceptable."B. "Hitting is unacceptable, and you will not get dinC. "We can work together on better ways to deal with D. “Hitting is not allowed. If it happens again, you’
Child Health139
A licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) has attended a continuing education course on pain management in the older adult.➢ Which of the following statements by the LPN/VN indicates an effective
A. "Acetaminophen is ineffective for managing pain inB. "Older adults may under-report pain."C. "Older adults are more likely to misuse opioid paiD. "Age-related changes in kidney and liver function
Mental Health140
While teaching a new graduate nurse about the psychosocial development of your 2-year old client, you educate her that your client is in which stage of development according to Erikson’s stages of psy
A. Initiative vs. GuiltB. Autonomy vs. Shame and DoubtC. Industry vs. InferiorityD. Trust vs. Mistrust
Mental Health141
The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) is reinforcing teaching to a client who is taking phenytoin. Which medication should the LPN/VN tell the client to avoid while taking this medication?
A. AcetaminophenB. IbuprofenC. Calcium carbonateD. Naproxen
Pharmacology142
What is the most important factor to consider when assessing a home health client on fall risk?
A. Correct the illumination of the environment.B. Amount of regular exercise.C. The resting pulse rate.D. Amount of salt intake.
Adult Health143
When an elderly home health client suddenly develops delirium, what is the first thing the home health nurse should assess for?
A. Drug intoxicationB. Increased hearing lossC. Cancer metastasesD. Congestive heart failure
Adult Health144
The nurse is reinforcing education to a client with clinical depression about using monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). While reinforcing client education, the nurse should instruct the client to
A. avoid chocolate and aged cheese.B. take frequent naps.C. take the medication with milk.D. avoid walking without assistance.
Pharmacology145
The nurse is caring for a client with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) who reports trouble sleeping at night. What is the most important question for the nurse to ask next?
A. “What do you eat before you go to bed?"B. “How many pillows do you sleep on at night?”C. “Have you always been a light sleeper?”D. “Is your partner snoring and keeping you awake?”
Maternal & Newborn Health146
The school nurse is assessing a 12-year old boy who came into her office for a nose bleed. She notices several bruises on his back and forearms that are in various stages of healing. When she asks the
A. “I am required by law to report any suspected violB. “You should have thought about this before you abuC. “I’m so sorry, please don’t take this out on me.”D. “Don’t talk to me about this; I don’t want to see
Child Health147
The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) is working with a child who has a learning disability. The child is ten years old and has trouble reading and interpreting words, letters, and symbols.
A. Phonologic processing deficitB. DyslexiaC. Tourette’s syndromeD. Apraxia
Child Health148
The client with a history of right mastectomy is receiving maintenance IV fluids via a peripherally inserted intravenous line in the left cephalic vein. The client complains of pain at the IV site. Th
A. Stop the infusion and remove the IV catheter.B. Insert a new IV in the left intermediate basilic vC. Prepare the client for PICC line placement.D. Elevate the right arm to reduce swelling.
Pharmacology149
The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) cares for a client with the following clinical data. Which medication would the LPN clarify with the primary healthcare provider (PHCP) prior to admini
A. atenolol 50 mg PO DailyB. simvastatin 40 mg PO DailyC. albuterol 2.5 mg via nebulizer DailyD. spironolactone 25 mg PO Daily
Pharmacology150
The nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client with Graves' disease regarding self-management. Which of the following should the nurse emphasize?
A. Stool softeners can be taken daily to prevent consB. Thyroid replacement should be taken first thing inC. Report any weight gain while taking the antithyroiD. Maintain the prescribed fluid restriction to preve
Leadership & Management