NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client has recently lost her best friend to cancer. The client tells the nurse, 'I'm very sad about the loss of my friend.' Which of the following responses by the nurse is the most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This response validates the client’s grief and encourages her to share, promoting therapeutic communication and emotional support.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
The charge nurse in a cardiac ICU is precepting a student nurse. Which action by the student nurse requires immediate intervention by the charge nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lifting the urinary catheter bag above the bladder risks backflow of urine, increasing infection risk, and requires immediate intervention.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is triaging in the emergency room when a client enters complaining of muscle cramps and a feeling of exhaustion after a running competition. Which of the following would the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyponatremia is common in runners due to excessive water intake or sodium loss through sweat, leading to muscle cramps and exhaustion. Hypernatremia, SIADH, or low potassium would present differently.
Question 5 of 5
The first action that the nurse should take if she finds the client has an O2 saturation of 68% is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An O2 saturation of 68% indicates severe hypoxemia, requiring immediate oxygen administration.