NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client experienced a major burn over 55% of his body 36 hours ago. The client is restless and anxious, and states, 'I am in pain.' There is a physician prescription for intravenous morphine. The nurse's first action would be to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing respirations is critical before administering morphine, as opioids can cause respiratory depression, especially in a burn client with potential airway compromise.
Question 2 of 5
A 15-year-old client was involved in an auto accident and requires emergency surgery to control bleeding, but both parents are out of town and unable to sign the consent form. Which of the following is the most appropriate action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In an emergency where a minor requires life-saving surgery and parents are unavailable, the physician can proceed without consent (
D) to save the client's life. Client consent (
A), telephone consent (
B), or email consent (
C) are not appropriate in this urgent situation.
Question 3 of 5
A 49-year-old female suffered a stroke that resulted in dysphagia. The dietician orders a diet of dysphagia-pureed foods. Which of the following foods would be an appropriate choice?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Custard is smooth and pureed, suitable for a dysphagia diet. Other options pose choking risks due to texture.
Question 4 of 5
Someone sees a nursing assistant yell at an elderly client and throw his lunch tray off the table. The nursing assistant could likely be charged with
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Yelling and throwing a tray constitute assault (threatening behavior causing fear of harm). Battery involves physical contact, negligence involves failure to act, and malpractice applies to professional errors.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client for cervical uterine radiation implant insertion. Which will be included in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A Foley catheter is inserted during cervical radiation implants to keep the bladder empty, reducing radiation exposure to nearby organs. The other options are incorrect or irrelevant.