NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with multiple sclerosis tires easily, so the nurse is instructing the client in energy-conservation techniques. Which of the following techniques may help the client conserve energy? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Energy conservation for multiple sclerosis includes sitting for tasks (
A), resting regularly (
C), planning movements (
D), and monitoring fatigue (E). Items on the floor or high shelves (
B) increase effort, and pulling vs. pushing (F) is not standard.
Question 2 of 5
A client with multiple sclerosis tires easily, so the nurse is instructing the client in energy-conservation techniques. Which of the following techniques may help the client conserve energy? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Energy conservation for multiple sclerosis includes sitting for tasks (
A), resting regularly (
C), planning movements (
D), and monitoring fatigue (E). Items on the floor or high shelves (
B) increase effort, and pulling vs. pushing (F) is not standard.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse working in an outpatient clinic has the opportunity to teach a client recently diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Which of the following topics would be most appropriate for the nurse to include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, D
Rationale: Stress reduction techniques and daily probiotics can help manage IBS symptoms, while limiting fluids is not recommended, and iced tea may exacerbate symptoms due to caffeine.
Question 4 of 5
The 6-month-old client with a ventral septal defect is receiving Digitalis for regulation of his heart rate. Which finding should be reported to the doctor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A heart rate of 60 bpm in a 6-month-old is too low (normal is 80-160 bpm), indicating possible digitalis toxicity, which should be reported.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is performing discharge instruction to a client with an implantable defibrillator. What discharge instruction is essential?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using a cell phone on the opposite side of the defibrillator reduces electromagnetic interference with the device.