NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 1000-mL dose of D5W 1/2 normal saline is to be infused in 8 hours. The drop factor for the tubing is 60 gtt/min. How many drops per minute should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 125 gtt/min.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of pancreatitis is admitted with complaints of nausea. The nurse should give priority to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Antiemetics relieve nausea in pancreatitis, improving comfort and preventing dehydration.
Question 3 of 5
A child becomes neutropenic and is placed on protective isolation. The purpose of protective isolation is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The child no longer has normal white blood cells and is extremely susceptible to infection, necessitating protective isolation.
Question 4 of 5
The physician has ordered a paracentesis for a client with severe abdominal ascites. Before the procedure, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Providing a urinal ensures the bladder is empty, reducing the risk of bladder puncture during paracentesis, a priority before the procedure.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of peptic ulcer disease. Which food should the client avoid?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Spicy foods can irritate the gastric mucosa, exacerbating peptic ulcer disease. Apples, rice, and milk (in moderation) are generally safe.