NCLEX-PN Exam Questions - Part 118

1. Which of the following microorganisms are considered normal body flora?

A) staphylococcus on the skin
B) streptococcus in the nares
C) candida albicans in the vagina
D) pseudomonas in the blood



2. Which intervention should the nurse take first to assist a woman who states that she feels incompetent as the mother of a teenage daughter?

A) Recommend that she discipline her daughter more strictly and consistently.
B) Make a list of things her husband can do to help her improve.
C) Assist the mother to identify what she believes is preventing her success and what she can do to improve.
D) Explore with the mother what the daughter can do to improve her behavior.



3. The mother of a newborn child is very upset. The child has a cleft lip and palate. The type of crisis this mother is experiencing is:

A) reactive.
B) maturational.
C) situational.
D) adventitious.



4. A 26-year-old single woman is knocked down and robbed while walking her dog one evening. Three months later, she presents at the crisis clinic, stating that she cannot put this experience out of her mind. She complains of nightmares, extreme fear of being outside or alone, and difficulty eating and sleeping. What is the best response by the nurse?

A) 'I will ask the physician to prescribe medication for you.'
B) 'That must have been a very difficult and frightening experience. It might be helpful to talk about it.'
C) 'In the future, you might walk your dog in a more populated area or hire someone else to take over this task.'
D) 'Have you thought of moving to a safer neighborhood?'



5. A 60-year-old widower is hospitalized after complaining of difficulty sleeping, extreme apprehension, shortness of breath, and a sense of impending doom. What is the best response by the nurse?

A) 'You have nothing to worry about. You are in a safe place. Try to relax.'
B) 'Has anything happened recently or in the past that might have triggered these feelings?'
C) 'We have given you a medication that helps to decrease feelings of anxiety.'
D) 'Take some deep breaths and try to calm down.'