NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client states that he takes five grains of aspirin daily, but the hospital issues aspirin in milligrams. How many milligrams are approximately equivalent to five grains of aspirin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: One grain of aspirin is approximately 65 mg, so five grains = 5 X 65 = 325 mg (
C).
Question 2 of 5
During her yearly exam, a woman's blood pressure is recorded as 146/90. She tells the nurse that her mother and grandmother had hypertension, so it likely runs in her family. Which of the following is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A BP of 146/90 indicates stage 1 hypertension (systolic 130-139 or diastolic 80-89). Lifestyle changes and possible medication are recommended, especially with a family history.
Question 3 of 5
A client has been undergoing treatment for an aggressive cancer. The physicians have stated the chance of recovery is very unlikely. The client states that she prefers to cease all treatments and start palliative care. The nurse supports this decision based on which ethical principle?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Autonomy respects the client’s right to make decisions about their treatment, including choosing palliative care over continued aggressive therapy.
Question 4 of 5
The client returns to the unit from surgery with a blood pressure of 90/50, pulse 132, respirations 30. Which action by the nurse should receive priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypotension and tachycardia suggest shock, requiring immediate physician notification.
Question 5 of 5
Which information obtained from the mother of a child with cerebral palsy correlates to the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Meningitis in infancy can cause neurological damage, correlating with cerebral palsy.