NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN SATA Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with antisocial personality disorder tells the nurse, 'I punched the guy out because he deserved it and then the cops arrested me.' Which of the following responses would be most helpful to the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Explaining consequences (legal trouble) helps the client understand the impact of their actions, aligning with therapeutic communication for antisocial personality disorder.
Question 2 of 5
How many mL of a liquid medication would you administer intramuscularly using the below information? Doctor's order: 10 mg of medication BID Medication label: 1 mL = 12 mg
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
To calculate: 10 mg ÷ 12 mg/mL = 0.833 mL, rounded to 0.8 mL for practical administration.
Question 3 of 5
Your client is experiencing general malaise. Which stage of infection is this client in?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: General malaise is characteristic of the illness stage, where symptoms of the infection are most prominent.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is discharging a client who has been hospitalized for preterm labor. The client needs further instruction when she says:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clients with preterm labor should get out of the car every 1-2 hours to promote circulation and prevent complications, not every 4 hours, indicating a need for further instruction.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a suspected urinary tract infection. Which of the following symptoms is most likely to be present?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flank pain is a common symptom of a urinary tract infection, especially if it involves the kidneys.