NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A male client is scheduled to have angiography of his left leg. The nurse needs to include which of the following when preparing the client for this procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Angiography, an invasive radiographic examination, involves the injection of a contrast solution (iodine) through a catheter that has been inserted into an artery. The client is kept on complete bed rest for 6-12 hours after the procedure. The extremity in which the catheter was inserted must be immobilized and kept straight during this time. The contrast dye, iodine, is nephrotoxic. The client must be instructed to drink a large quantity of fluids to assist the kidneys in excreting this contrast media. The major complication of this procedure is hemorrhage. Vital signs are assessed every 15 minutes initially for signs of bleeding.
Question 2 of 5
The client is admitted with a diagnosis of chorioamnionitis. Which symptom is most likely to be present?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chorioamnionitis an infection of the amniotic fluid and membranes typically causes maternal fever. Fetal macrosomia decreased contractions and hypotension are not primary symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
Place in correct sequence the steps from 1-7 used when performing tracheostomy suctioning.
Order the Items
Source Container
Correct Answer: G, C, D, F, E, B, A
Rationale: Sequence: Auscultate breath sounds (G), set suction pressure (
C), oxygenate (
D), turn head (F), apply suction (E), auscultate post-suction (
B), suction oral cavity (
A) to clean.
Question 4 of 5
An 18-month-old is admitted to the hospital with acute laryngotracheobronchitis. When assessing the respiratory status, the nurse should expect to find:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acute laryngotracheobronchitis (croup) typically presents with inspiratory stridor and a harsh, barking cough due to subglottic airway inflammation.
Question 5 of 5
Chorioamnionitis is a maternal infection that is usually associated with:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chorioamnionitis is an inflammation of the chorion and amnion that is generally associated with premature or prolonged rupture of membranes.