NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions with Answers Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A mother is concerned about the amount of snacking her teenage boy is doing. She is concerned that this behavior could lead to obesity. Which of the following is an appropriate percentage of the daily diet to be obtained from snacks?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Snacks should contribute about 25% of daily caloric intake to balance nutrition without leading to excessive weight gain.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a tracheostomy. Which of the following interventions should be included in the plan of care? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, C, D
Rationale: Suctioning, cleaning the cannula, changing ties, and monitoring for skin breakdown are essential for tracheostomy care. Cuffed tubes are used in specific cases.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing instructions to the parent of a child who had a myringotomy with insertion of tympanostomy tubes. Which instructions should the nurse provide the parent in case the tubes fall out?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The parent should be assured that if the tympanostomy tubes fall out, it is not an emergency, but it is best if the primary health care provider or health care clinic is notified. The size and appearance of the tympanostomy tubes should be described to the parent after surgery so that he or she will be familiar with their appearance. The remaining options are incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of heart failure is prescribed furosemide (Lasix). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following electrolyte imbalances?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide, a loop diuretic, can cause hypokalemia by increasing potassium excretion in the urine.
Question 5 of 5
A client whose condition remains stable after a myocardial infarction gradually increases his activity. Which of the following conditions should the nurse assess to determine whether the activity is appropriate for the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dyspnea indicates inadequate oxygenation, suggesting the activity level may be too strenuous for the client's cardiac capacity post-myocardial infarction.