NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient refuses to take his dose of oral medication. The nurse tells the patient that if he does not take the medication that she will administer it by injection. The nurse's comments can result in a charge of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Threatening to administer medication by injection against the patient's will constitutes assault, as it involves a threat of unwanted contact.
Question 2 of 5
A client diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease initiates the same conversation repeatedly, becomes aggressive when stressed, needs reminders to perform ADLs, and is easily lost in his neighborhood. This client is likely in what stage of Alzheimer's disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Moderate Alzheimer's involves repetitive behaviors, aggression, ADL dependence, and disorientation, as described, indicating significant cognitive decline.
Question 3 of 5
Following femoral catheterization for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), the client has increasing pain in the catheterization site, and the nurse notes visible edema and induration surrounding the site. The nurse suspects a hematoma and notifies the physician. Which of the following interventions does the nurse anticipate? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Hematoma management includes applying pressure (
A), marking edema (
B), monitoring hemoglobin/hematocrit (
C), and maintaining bedrest (
D). Clotting factors (E) are not typically needed.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse has just admitted a client with emphysema. Arterial blood gas results indicate hypoxia. Which physician prescription would the nurse implement for the best improvement in the client's hypoxia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low-flow oxygen (2 L/min) directly addresses hypoxia in emphysema by improving arterial oxygen levels, making it the most effective intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is floated to oncology from the postsurgical floor. The assigned client is almost finished with an infusion of doxorubicin for breast cancer. The floated nurse is not chemotherapy certified. Which nursing action is the priority in this situation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The priority is to inform the charge nurse of the lack of chemotherapy certification, as doxorubicin requires specialized handling and monitoring.