NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with glomerulonephritis is placed on a low-sodium diet. Which of the following snacks is suitable for the client with sodium restriction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fresh peach is naturally low in sodium, unlike processed options.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for altered fluid balance. Which signs and symptoms of dehydration would the nurse expect to find in this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, C
Rationale: Increased hematocrit and orthostatic hypotension are signs of dehydration due to reduced plasma volume, while bounding pulses and decreased urine specific gravity are not typical.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a group of clients in an infectious disease unit. The nurse understands that which of the conditions listed are required to be reported by the CDC? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C, D
Rationale: Tetanus, chlamydia, and Lyme disease are nationally notifiable diseases per CDC guidelines, requiring reporting to monitor public health.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a closed head injury. Fluid is assessed leaking from the ear. The nurse's first action will be to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluid leaking from the ear may indicate cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage, a serious complication. Testing for glucose (positive in CSF) is the first step to confirm the nature of the drainage.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of fluid overload caused by congestive heart failure. Which findings would the nurse expect to find when reviewing client labs? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Fluid overload in CHF dilutes BUN and sodium, leading to decreased levels. Hematocrit decreases, and osmolality is typically normal or low.