Fundamentals of Nursing - NCLEX-RN Exam Review: 349 Practice Questions with Detailed Rationales Explaining Correct & Incorrect Answer Choices

A LPN complains to the charge nurse that an unlicensed assistive person (UAP) consistently leaves the work area untidy and does not restock supplies. What is the best initial response by the charge nurse? 1Write down potential solutions to the problems today by shift's end 2Add this concern to the agenda of the next unit meeting 3Assure the staff nurse that the complaint will be investigated 4Explore for further identification about the nature of the problem - CORRECT ANSWER4 Explore for further identification about the nature of the problem The nurse assists with the reinforcement of information about breast self-examination to a group of college students. A female student asks when to perform the monthly exam. The appropriate reply by the nurse should include which statement? 1"Ovulation, or midcycle is the best time to detect changes." 2"Do the exam at the same time every month." 3"Right after the period, when your breasts are less tender." 4"The first of every month, because it will be easiest to remember." - CORRECT ANSWER3 The nurse is caring for a 75 year-old client with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The client should be instructed to contact the outpatient clinic immediately if which findings are present? 1An open wound on the heel with minimal discomfort 2Occasional hiccups and sneezing 3Sustained insomnia and daytime fatigue 4Persistent dryness and itching of the perineal area - CORRECT ANSWER1An open wound on the heel with minimal discomfortA pregnant woman has been advised to alter her diet during pregnancy by increasing the intake of protein and vitamin C to meet the needs of the growing fetus. Which diet choice would best meet the woman's needs? 1. 1 cup of macaroni, three-fourths cup of peas, glass whole milk, medium pear 2. Scrambled egg, hash browned potatoes, one-half glass of buttermilk, large nectarine 3. 3 oz. chicken, one-half cup of corn, lettuce salad, small banana 4. Beef, one-half cup of lima beans, glass of skim milk, three-fourths cup of strawberries - CORRECT ANSWER4. Beef, one-half cup of lima beans, glass of skim milk, threefourths cup of strawberrie