NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is admitted with a tumor in the parietal lobe. Which symptoms would be expected due to this tumor's location?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The parietal lobe processes sensory information. A tumor here may cause paresthesia (abnormal sensations like tingling) due to disruption of sensory pathways.
Question 2 of 5
A client is admitted to the surgical unit following a transurethral prostatectomy (TURP). The nurse administers a B&O suppository to help prevent bladder spasms. The nurse would observe the client for:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Belladonna and opium (B&O) suppositories can cause nausea and vomiting as side effects. These are more immediate concerns than dependence or the other symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a laryngectomy returns from surgery with a nasogastric tube in place. The primary reason for placement of the nasogastric tube is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A nasogastric tube decompresses the stomach, preventing nausea and aspiration post-laryngectomy.
Question 4 of 5
When administering a tuberculin skin test, the nurse should insert the needle at a:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A 15° angle is used for intradermal injections like the tuberculin skin test to ensure proper placement in the dermis.
Question 5 of 5
A client with AIDS asks the nurse why he cannot have a pitcher of water left at his bedside. The nurse should tell the client that:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: For clients with AIDS, stagnant water in a pitcher can harbor bacteria, posing an infection risk due to their compromised immune system. Freshly run water minimizes this risk.