NCSBN NCLEX QUESTIONS CORRECT
ANSWERS(GRADE A+)
A client diagnosed with bipolar disorder has been referred to social
services for possible placement in a community halfway house after
discharge. The social worker telephones the nurse and asks for
information about the client's mental status and adjustment. What should
the nurse do next to respond to this request?
1Go ahead and provide the information, since the client is ready for
discharge.
2Inform the caller that this kind of information is never given over the
telephone.
3Refer the social worker to the health care provider to obtain the
requested information.
4Verify that the client's medical record includes the client's written
consent to release information. - ANSWER: >>>>/4
During a discussion about a living will, the client's son states, "I do not
understand the need for a living will." What is the best response by the
nurse?
1"Health care decisions can be made based on the client's wishes."
2"Specific instructions are listed for specific diseases."
3"A designated family member can make all decisions."
4"Do not resuscitate (DNR) orders are automatic under these conditions."
- ANSWER: >>>>/1
,The client requests not to be interrupted before 10 am because it
interferes with the client's time to meditate. What action shall the nurse
take first?
1Document the client's request in the medical record.
2Meet with the client to formulate a mutually agreeable schedule.
3Notify the dietary department about the client's request.
4Adjust administration times for prescribed medications. - ANSWER:
>>>>/2
A client who recently experienced a stroke has an order to ambulate with
assistance. Which statement by the nurse provides the best instructions to
the unlicensed assistive person (UAP) who will assist the client to
ambulate?
1"Have the client lift and move the walker out to arm's length, then walk
into the walker."
2"If the client becomes dizzy while walking, ask the client to stop and take
10 fast, deep breaths."
3"As you assist the client to the chair, let me know if the client uses the
quad cane correctly."
4"Stand on the client's strong side when you assist the client to the
bathroom." - ANSWER: >>>>/1
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 -
ANSWER: >>>>/4 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." -
ANSWER: >>>>/3
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 - ANSWER:
>>>>/1An open wound on the heel with minimal discomfort-
A 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 - ANSWER: >>>>/4. Beef, one-half cup of lima beans,
glass of skim milk, three-fourths cup of strawberries -
A nurse is taking a health history from parents of a child admitted with
possible Reye's syndrome. Which recent illness should the nurse
recognize as being associated with an increased the risk for the
development of Reye's syndrome?
1. Varicella
2. Meningitis
3. Hepatitis
4. Rubeola - ANSWER: >>>>/1. Varicella -
A Native American chief visits his newborn son and performs a traditional
ceremony that involves feathers and chanting. The nurse comments to a
colleague: "I wonder if he has any idea how ridiculous he looks - he's a
grown man!" The nurse's comment is an example of what type of attitude?
1. Prejudice
2. Ethnocentrism
3. Discrimination
4. Stereotyping - ANSWER: >>>>/1. Prejudice-
A nursing student asks the licensed practical nurse (LPN) to explain the
forces that drive health care reform. When responding to the student's
question, what information should the nurse emphasize?
1. Increased competition between health care insurers
2. Increase in health care spending that's growing faster than the economy
3. Increase in the population who have health insurance
ANSWERS(GRADE A+)
A client diagnosed with bipolar disorder has been referred to social
services for possible placement in a community halfway house after
discharge. The social worker telephones the nurse and asks for
information about the client's mental status and adjustment. What should
the nurse do next to respond to this request?
1Go ahead and provide the information, since the client is ready for
discharge.
2Inform the caller that this kind of information is never given over the
telephone.
3Refer the social worker to the health care provider to obtain the
requested information.
4Verify that the client's medical record includes the client's written
consent to release information. - ANSWER: >>>>/4
During a discussion about a living will, the client's son states, "I do not
understand the need for a living will." What is the best response by the
nurse?
1"Health care decisions can be made based on the client's wishes."
2"Specific instructions are listed for specific diseases."
3"A designated family member can make all decisions."
4"Do not resuscitate (DNR) orders are automatic under these conditions."
- ANSWER: >>>>/1
,The client requests not to be interrupted before 10 am because it
interferes with the client's time to meditate. What action shall the nurse
take first?
1Document the client's request in the medical record.
2Meet with the client to formulate a mutually agreeable schedule.
3Notify the dietary department about the client's request.
4Adjust administration times for prescribed medications. - ANSWER:
>>>>/2
A client who recently experienced a stroke has an order to ambulate with
assistance. Which statement by the nurse provides the best instructions to
the unlicensed assistive person (UAP) who will assist the client to
ambulate?
1"Have the client lift and move the walker out to arm's length, then walk
into the walker."
2"If the client becomes dizzy while walking, ask the client to stop and take
10 fast, deep breaths."
3"As you assist the client to the chair, let me know if the client uses the
quad cane correctly."
4"Stand on the client's strong side when you assist the client to the
bathroom." - ANSWER: >>>>/1
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 -
ANSWER: >>>>/4 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." -
ANSWER: >>>>/3
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 - ANSWER:
>>>>/1An open wound on the heel with minimal discomfort-
A 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 - ANSWER: >>>>/4. Beef, one-half cup of lima beans,
glass of skim milk, three-fourths cup of strawberries -
A nurse is taking a health history from parents of a child admitted with
possible Reye's syndrome. Which recent illness should the nurse
recognize as being associated with an increased the risk for the
development of Reye's syndrome?
1. Varicella
2. Meningitis
3. Hepatitis
4. Rubeola - ANSWER: >>>>/1. Varicella -
A Native American chief visits his newborn son and performs a traditional
ceremony that involves feathers and chanting. The nurse comments to a
colleague: "I wonder if he has any idea how ridiculous he looks - he's a
grown man!" The nurse's comment is an example of what type of attitude?
1. Prejudice
2. Ethnocentrism
3. Discrimination
4. Stereotyping - ANSWER: >>>>/1. Prejudice-
A nursing student asks the licensed practical nurse (LPN) to explain the
forces that drive health care reform. When responding to the student's
question, what information should the nurse emphasize?
1. Increased competition between health care insurers
2. Increase in health care spending that's growing faster than the economy
3. Increase in the population who have health insurance
