NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Next Gen Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nulligravid client with gestational diabetes tells the nurse that she had a reactive nonstress test 3 days ago and asks, 'What does that mean?' The nurse explains that a reactive nonstress test indicates which of the following about the fetus?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A reactive nonstress test, showing fetal heart rate accelerations, indicates fetal well-being.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a suspected tension pneumothorax. Which of the following findings is most indicative of this condition?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Tracheal deviation to the unaffected side and absent breath sounds on the affected side are hallmark signs of tension pneumothorax due to mediastinal shift and lung collapse.
Question 3 of 5
During an appointment with the nurse, a client says, 'I need to find the good,' the nurse responds, 'Oh, don't feel that way. We're making progress in these sessions.' The nurse's statement demonstrates a failure to do which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse's response dismisses the client's statement, failing to explore its underlying meaning, which is essential for therapeutic communication.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of chronic kidney disease is admitted with edema. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following electrolyte imbalances? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, C, D
Rationale: Chronic kidney disease can cause hyperkalemia, hyponatremia, hypocalcemia, and hypermagnesemia due to impaired excretion and filtration.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving clozapine (Clozaril). The nurse reviews the chart below. What should the nurse do next?

Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clozapine requires monitoring for agranulocytosis; abnormal findings (e.g., low white blood cell count) warrant withholding the drug and notifying the physician to prevent serious complications.