NCLEX-RN
Best NCLEX RN Question Bank Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client tells the nurse that her bra fits more snugly at certain times of the month and she is concerned this may be a sign of breast cancer. The best response for the nurse is to explain that:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Breast size increases before menstruation due to hormonal changes, which is normal.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a new colostomy. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High-fiber foods may cause blockages in a new colostomy. The client should start with a low-residue diet and gradually introduce fiber, indicating a need for further teaching.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of heart failure is prescribed carvedilol (Coreg). The nurse should instruct the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Carvedilol can cause hypotension, requiring regular blood pressure monitoring.
Question 4 of 5
A client is diagnosed with genital herpes, (herpes simplex virus type 2, or HSV-2). The nurse should instruct the client that:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reducing stress can decrease herpes outbreaks, as stress is a known trigger. Occlusive ointments may worsen lesions, antiviral therapies are effective, and herpes can be transmitted asymptomatically.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus is prescribed glipizide (Glucotrol). The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following side effects immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypoglycemia is a serious side effect of glipizide, requiring immediate reporting to prevent complications.