NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with HELLP syndrome is admitted to the labor and delivery unit for observation. The nurse knows that the client will have elevated:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: HELLP syndrome (Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, Low Platelets) is characterized by elevated liver enzymes, indicating liver dysfunction, along with hemolysis and low platelet counts.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse in a long-term care setting wants to delegate the task of ambulating an elderly client with a walker to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Before delegating a task to the UAP, the nurse should first ensure which of the following is accomplished?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse must ensure the UAP is credentialed and trained per facility policy to perform the task safely, as this ensures competence and compliance with regulations.
Question 3 of 5
A client is diagnosed with bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal system. The nurse would expect the client's stools to be:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Black, tarry stools (melena) indicate upper gastrointestinal bleeding due to digested blood.
Question 4 of 5
A client has suffered a severe traumatic brain injury and is being treated in the ICU. Which of the following interventions does the nurse anticipate to control intracranial pressure? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: ICP control includes elevating head (
A), oxygenating (
B), neutral alignment (
C), sedation (
D), and hypothermia (E) to reduce swelling and metabolic demand.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is to administer a cleansing enema to a client scheduled for colon surgery. Which client position would be appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The left Sim's position allows the enema solution to flow into the sigmoid colon by gravity, facilitating effective cleansing.