NCLEX-RN
NCLEX-RN Exam Practice Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 2-month-old infant is receiving IV fluids with a volume control set. The nurse uses this type of tubing because it:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A volume control set allows the nurse to control the amount of fluid administered over a set period.
Question 2 of 5
The chart of a client with schizophrenia states that the client has echolalia. The nurse can expect the client to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Echolalia in schizophrenia involves repeating words or phrases spoken by others, reflecting impaired communication. Rhyming, irrelevant details, or neologisms are different symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of diverticulitis complains of abdominal pain, fever, and diarrhea. Which food is most likely responsible for the client's symptoms?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Whole-grain cereal, high in fiber and seeds, can irritate diverticulitis, causing pain, fever, and diarrhea. Low-fiber foods like potatoes, carrots, and fish are less likely to trigger symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of multiple sclerosis. Which intervention is most appropriate to prevent complications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hot baths can exacerbate multiple sclerosis symptoms by increasing body temperature, causing fatigue or weakness. Weight-bearing exercise is encouraged, antibiotics are not routine, and fluid restriction is harmful.
Question 5 of 5
A 2-month-old infant is receiving IV fluids with a volume control set. The nurse uses this type of tubing because it:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A volume control set allows the nurse to control the amount of fluid administered over a set period.