NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Next Gen Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a history of type 1 diabetes is admitted with hyperglycemia. The nurse should include which of the following in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Regular insulin corrects hyperglycemia in type 1 diabetes.
Question 2 of 5
The parents of a child with cystic fibrosis express concern about how the disease was transmitted to their child. The nurse should explain that:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive disorder, meaning two carrier parents have a $25\%$ chance of having a child with the disease, as each parent can pass on the defective gene.
Question 3 of 5
A client has been prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin). Which of the following symptoms should the nurse tell the client to report as a potential indication of digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Visual disturbances, such as blurred or yellow vision, are classic signs of digoxin toxicity, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 4 of 5
A postpartum client is experiencing heavy lochia 3 days after delivery. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heavy lochia may indicate uterine atony. Massaging the fundus is the first step to promote uterine contraction and reduce bleeding before escalating to other interventions.
Question 5 of 5
A client is admitted with a diagnosis of acute pancreatitis. The nurse should expect the client to report which of the following symptoms?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acute pancreatitis typically causes epigastric pain that radiates to the back due to pancreatic inflammation.