NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN High-Yield Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 16-year-old primiparous client has decided to place her baby for adoption. The adoptive parents are on their way to the hospital when the mother says, 'I want to see the baby one last time.' Which of the following should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Allowing the client to see and hold the baby supports emotional closure and respects her autonomy in this significant decision.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is administering I.V. fluids to a dehydrated client. When administering an I.V. solution of 3% sodium chloride, what should the nurse do? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: 3% sodium chloride is hypertonic and requires monitoring of intake/output, jugular veins for fluid overload, and neurologic status for hypernatremia effects. Forcing fluids or catheterization is not indicated.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with chronic renal failure. Knowing that the client is a candidate for development of hypermagnesemia, for which of the following signs and symptoms should the nurse assess the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypermagnesemia can cause lethargy due to its depressive effects on the central nervous system.
Question 4 of 5
When planning the care for a client diagnosed with hepatitis A, which of the following nursing interventions should the nurse expect to include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Hepatitis A care includes relieving nausea and vomiting, encouraging small meals to improve nutrition, and planning rest periods due to fatigue. Exercise and pain medication are not typically needed.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of alcohol abuse is admitted with confusion and tremors. The nurse should prepare to administer which medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Thiamine is administered to prevent Wernicke's encephalopathy, a neurological complication of alcohol withdrawal associated with confusion and tremors.