Test Prep NCLEX-PN Exam Questions

Question 6 of 725

Which of the following physical findings indicates that an 11–12-month-old child is at risk for developmental dysplasia of the hip?

A.

refusal to walk

B.

not pulling to a standing position

C.

negative Trendelenburg sign

D.

negative Ortolani sign

Suggested Answer: B

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Question 7 of 725

When administering intravenous electrolyte solution, the nurse should take which of the following precautions?

A.

Infuse hypertonic solutions rapidly.

B.

Mix no more than 80 mEq of potassium per liter of fluid.

C.

Prevent infiltration of calcium, which causes tissue necrosis and sloughing.

D.

As appropriate, reevaluate the client’s digitalis dosage. He might need an increased dosage because IV calcium diminishes digitalis’s action.

Suggested Answer: C

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Question 8 of 725

Teaching about the need to avoid foods high in potassium is most important for which client?

A.

a client receiving diuretic therapy

B.

a client with an ileostomy

C.

a client with metabolic alkalosis

D.

a client with renal disease

Suggested Answer: D

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Question 9 of 725

What do the following ABG values indicate: pH 7.38, PO2 78 mmHg, PCO2 36mmHg, and HCO3 24 mEq/L?

A.

metabolic alkalosis

B.

homeostasis

C.

respiratory acidosis

D.

respiratory alkalosis

Suggested Answer: B

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Question 10 of 725

The major electrolytes in the extracellular fluid are:

A.

potassium and chloride.

B.

potassium and phosphate.

C.

sodium and chloride.

D.

sodium and phosphate.

Suggested Answer: C

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