2023 RN test 3 NCLEX questions with verified answers
The charge nurse overhears an AP yelling loudly to a patient who is hard of hearing, while
... [Show More] transferring them from the bed to a chair. Upon entering the room, which response by the charge nurse is most appropriate?
a. "Please speak more quietly so you don't disturb the other patients."
b. "Let me help you with your transfer technique."
c. "When you are finished, be sure to apologize for shouting."
d. "When your patient is safe and comfortable, meet me at the desk." - d. The charge nurse should direct the AP to see to the patient's safety, then address any concerns privately. The nurse then can discuss appropriate use of therapeutic communication.
A public health nurse is leaving the home of a young mother who has an infant with special needs. The neighbor states, "How is she doing, since the baby's father is no help?" What is the nurse's best response? a. "New mothers need support."
b. "The lack of a father is difficult."
c. "How are you today?"
d. "It is a very sad situation." - a. The nurse must maintain confidentiality when providing care. The statement "New mothers need support" is a general statement that all new parents need help. The statement is not judgmental of the family's roles. "How are you today?" is dismissive of the neighbor's question.
A toddler with vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration is being seen at an acute care center. During the admission interview, what question will the nurse ask the parents to elicit the most useful information?
a. "Watching your child vomiting and in discomfort must have been scary."
b. "This started yesterday, correct?"
c. "Has this child has had anything to drink?"
d. Could you tell me the color and approximate amount of the vomiting? -
d. Using a clarifying question or comment allows the nurse to gain an understanding of the parents' observations, avoiding misunderstandings that could lead to an inappropriate nursing diagnosis. A reflective question technique involves repeating what the person has said or describes the person's feelings. Assertive questions are direct, demonstrating the ability to stand up for self or others, using open and honest communication. Open-ended questions encourage free verbalization and expression of what the parents believe to be true.
A nurse enters a patient's room and examines the patient's intravenous (IV) fluids and cardiac monitor. When asked, "who are you?", which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. "I'm just the IV therapist checking your IV."
b. "I've been transferred to this division and will be caring for you."
c. "I'm sorry, my name is John Smit [Show Less]