NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is triaging in the emergency room when a client enters complaining of muscle cramps and a feeling of exhaustion after a running competition. Which of the following would the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyponatremia is common in runners due to excessive water intake or sodium loss through sweat, leading to muscle cramps and exhaustion. Hypernatremia, SIADH, or low potassium would present differently.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for an infant following a cleft lip repair. While comforting the infant, the nurse should avoid:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Offering a pacifier is contraindicated after cleft lip repair as it can disrupt the surgical site and impair healing.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse has just administered an IM injection to a client. In which of the following ways should the nurse dispose of the needle?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Needles should be disposed of immediately in a puncture-resistant container in the client’s room to minimize sharps injury risk.
Question 4 of 5
The RN on the oncology unit is preparing to mix and administer amphoteracin B (Fungizone) to a client. Which action is contraindicated for administering this drug IV?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Amphotericin B should not be mixed with normal saline due to precipitation risk; it requires dextrose solutions. Slow administration, hydration, and premedication are standard to reduce side effects.
Question 5 of 5
If a group includes only members selected on a specific basis, such as women with a history of domestic or partner abuse, how is this type of group classified?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A group with members sharing a specific characteristic, like domestic abuse history, is homogeneous (
A). Closed (
B) refers to membership limits, heterogeneous (
C) to diversity, and task (
D) to purpose.