NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client requires long-term use of corticosteroids. The nurse explains which of the following is associated with chronic corticosteroid therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chronic corticosteroid use causes osteoporosis due to bone density loss. Weight gain (not inability), not fever or hypotension, is more common.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should carefully monitor the client for which common dysrhythmia that can occur during suctioning?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Suctioning can stimulate the vagus nerve, leading to bradycardia due to parasympathetic activation, especially in clients with tracheostomies or endotracheal tubes.
Question 3 of 5
A client with suspected renal disease is to undergo a renal biopsy. The nurse plans to include which statement in the teaching session?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Renal biopsies may cause discomfort during needle insertion, and informing the client prepares them for the procedure.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
The nurse is making initial rounds on a client with a C5 fracture and crutchfield tongs. Which equipment should be kept at the bedside?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A torque wrench is needed to adjust and maintain the tension of crutchfield tongs for cervical stabilization.