NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 32-year-old mother of three is brought to the clinic. Her pulse is 52, there is a weight gain of 30 pounds in 4 months, and the client is wearing two sweaters. The client is diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Which of the following nursing diagnoses is of highest priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bradycardia in hypothyroidism can lead to decreased cardiac output, which is life-threatening and thus the highest priority diagnosis.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is aware that the best way to prevent post-operative wound infection in the surgical client is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hand washing is the most effective measure to prevent postoperative wound infections.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with an above-the-knee amputation (AKA). To prevent contractures, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prone positioning helps stretch hip flexors, preventing contractures after AKA by maintaining proper alignment.
Question 4 of 5
A client with cystic fibrosis is taking pancreatic enzymes. The nurse should administer this medication:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pancreatic enzymes are taken with meals to aid digestion, as cystic fibrosis impairs pancreatic enzyme production.
Question 5 of 5
A 15-year-old primigravida is admitted with a tentative diagnosis of HELLP syndrome. Which laboratory finding is associated with HELLP syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: HELLP syndrome is characterized by hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets, so elevated hepatic enzymes are a key finding.