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 reviewing labs on a group of adult clients. Which lab value would prompt the nurse to immediately notify the health care provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hemoglobin of 4.8 g/dL is critically low, indicating severe anemia and requiring immediate provider notification. Other values are normal or near-normal.
Question 3 of 5
The RN on the oncology unit is preparing to mix and administer amphoteracin B (Fungizone) to a client. Which action is contraindicated for administering this drug IV?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Amphotericin B should not be mixed with normal saline due to precipitation risk; it requires dextrose solutions. Slow administration, hydration, and premedication are standard to reduce side effects.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assigned to care for the client with a Steinmen pin. During pin care, she notes that the LPN uses sterile gloves and Q-tips to clean the pin. Which action should the nurse take at this time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sterile technique is appropriate for pin care; assisting maintains the sterile field.
Question 5 of 5
A nursing instructor demonstrates to several students how to wrap an amputated limb in a bandage using a figure eight technique. Which of the following correctly states the benefits of this technique? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: The figure-eight technique reduces swelling (
B) by promoting venous return and minimizes pain (
C) by stabilizing the limb. It does not prevent clots (
A) or air exposure (
D).