NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions with Answers Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a history of chronic kidney disease is prescribed sevelamer (Renagel). The nurse should instruct the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sevelamer should be taken with meals to bind phosphate in the gut.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is conducting a prostate screening clinic. Which sign of prostatism should the nurse question each client about?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Signs of prostatism that may be reported to the nurse are reduced force and size of urinary stream, intermittent stream, hesitancy in beginning the flow of urine, inability to stop urinating quickly, a sensation of incomplete bladder emptying after voiding, and an increase in episodes of nocturia. These symptoms are the result of pressure of the enlarging prostate on the client's urethra.
Question 3 of 5
You are caring for a multiple trauma client who has just arrived at the emergency room with a number of other external disaster victims. This client has multiple blast injuries and hypovolemic shock; it is anticipated that this unstable critically injured and unconscious client will have long term intravenous therapy, blood products and possibly hyperalimentation as well. Which type of venous access would you most likely anticipate for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A multi-lumen implanted tunneled and cuffed central venous catheter is most appropriate for long-term IV therapy, blood products, and hyperalimentation due to its durability and reduced infection risk.
Question 4 of 5
A mother who is visibly upset tells the nurse she wants to take her child home because the child is dying. Which of the following would be the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking the mother to explain her reasons encourages open communication and helps the nurse understand her concerns, facilitating appropriate support or intervention.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a suspected spinal cord injury. Which of the following findings is most indicative of this condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Loss of sensation below the injury site is a hallmark sign of spinal cord injury due to disrupted nerve pathways.