NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A newborn is diagnosed with respiratory distress syndrome (RDS). Which position is best for maintaining an open airway?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Supine with slight neck extension helps maintain an open airway in newborns with RDS by reducing airway obstruction and aiding breathing.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of passive-aggressive personality disorder is seen at the local mental health clinic. A common characteristic of persons with passive-aggressive personality disorder is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Passive-aggressive personality disorder is characterized by underlying hostility expressed indirectly through behaviors like procrastination, stubbornness, or intentional inefficiency.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is admitting a client with a suspected duodenal ulcer. The client will most likely report that his abdominal discomfort decreases when he:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Eating a meal or snack neutralizes stomach acid, temporarily relieving discomfort in duodenal ulcers.
Question 4 of 5
A client newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus asks the nurse why it is important to rotate insulin injection sites. The nurse explains this is done to avoid
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rotating insulin injection sites prevents lipodystrophy (fat tissue changes), ensuring consistent absorption.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 12-year-old client with appendicitis. The client's mother is a Jehovah's Witness and refuses to sign the blood permit. What nursing action is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Notifying the physician respects the mother's beliefs while ensuring the medical team addresses the refusal appropriately.