NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is placed on mechanical ventilation. To increase ventilation and perfusion to all areas of the lungs, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Turning the client hourly promotes ventilation and perfusion by mobilizing secretions and preventing atelectasis in ARDS.
Question 2 of 5
The physician has ordered increased oral hydration for a client with renal calculi. Unless contraindicated, the recommended oral intake for helping with the removal of renal calculi is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A fluid intake of 200 mL per hour promotes urine output to facilitate stone passage.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is suctioning the tracheostomy of an adult client. The recommended pressure setting for performing tracheostomy suctioning on the adult client is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The recommended suction pressure for adult tracheostomy is 80-120 mmHg to effectively remove secretions without causing trauma.
Question 4 of 5
The mother of a child with cystic fibrosis tells the nurse that her child makes 'snoring' sounds when breathing. The nurse is aware that many children with cystic fibrosis have:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nasal polyps are common in cystic fibrosis due to chronic sinus inflammation, causing snoring-like breathing sounds.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following diet instructions should be given to the client with recurring urinary tract infections?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cranberry juice acidifies urine, reducing bacterial growth and preventing urinary tract infections.