NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client's blood pressure is 132/84. What is the mean arterial pressure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Mean arterial pressure (MAP) = [systolic + (2 × diastolic)] ÷ 3. Calculation: [132 + (2 × 84)] ÷ 3 = [132 + 168] ÷ 3 = 300 ÷ 3 = 100 mmHg.
Note: Option C (92 mmHg) is likely correct per standard MAP approximations.
Question 2 of 5
The client has an order for FeSO4 liquid. Which method of administration would be best?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering FeSO4 with orange juice enhances iron absorption due to its vitamin C content.
Question 3 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).
Question 4 of 5
The physician has ordered cultures for cytomegalovirus (CMV). Which statement is true of the collection of cultures for cytomegalovirus?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fresh specimens are critical for accurate CMV culture results, as the virus is labile and degrades quickly.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is admitting a client with a diagnosis of severe malignant catatonia to the in-patient psychiatric unit. Under which condition would the nurse support the use of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) as a first-line treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ECT may be considered first-line for severe malignant catatonia in a controlled setting like an assisted living facility, where monitoring is feasible. Pregnancy and age are contraindications or require caution, and employment is irrelevant.