NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Predictor Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a history of chronic back pain is admitted with complaints of muscle spasms. The nurse should give priority to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Muscle relaxants relieve spasms in chronic back pain, improving comfort and mobility.
Question 2 of 5
A pregnant woman at 36 weeks' gestation is followed for PIH and develops proteinuria. To increase protein in her diet, which of the following foods will provide the greatest amount of protein when added to her intake of 100 mL of milk?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This choice would provide more unwanted fat and sugar than protein. Skim milk would add protein. Eggs are good sources of protein while low in fat and calories. The benefit of protein from ice cream would be outweighed by the fat content. Chocolate syrup has caffeine, which is contraindicated or limited in pregnancy. Although most animal proteins are higher in protein than plant proteins, gelatin is not. It loses protein during the processing for food consumption.
Question 3 of 5
A client is being treated for cancer with linear acceleration radiation. The physician has marked the radiation site with a blue marking pen. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Radiation site markings must be preserved for accurate treatment. Soap, lotion, or other substances can remove markings, so they should be avoided. Covering or powdering is unnecessary.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of a stroke is receiving speech therapy. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A quiet environment reduces distractions, aiding speech therapy post-stroke. Loud speech, complex sentences, and limiting sessions are unhelpful.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy. Which intervention is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ectopic pregnancy requires surgical intervention (e.g. salpingectomy) or medical management (e.g. methotrexate) to remove the non-viable pregnancy.
Tocolytics fetal monitoring and antibiotics are not appropriate.