NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A transient homeless client with a history of mental illness and substance abuse is to be discharged. Which of the following support systems are most likely to provide social support for the client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Community agencies (
C), governmental agencies (
D), and self-help programs (
A) are likely to provide social support for a homeless client with mental illness and substance abuse. Internet-based programs (
B), friends (E), and family (F) may be less accessible or reliable.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse caring for a client with a closed head injury obtains an intracranial pressure (ICP) reading of 17 mmHg. The nurse recognizes that:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An ICP of 17 mmHg is elevated (normal is 7-15 mmHg), indicating increased intracranial pressure, which requires immediate notification of the physician.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following would be considered a sensible type of fluid loss?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sensible fluid loss is measurable, such as sweat or urine. Respiratory excretions, vomit, and fecal water loss are insensible (not easily measured).
Question 4 of 5
Four clients are to receive medication. Which client should receive medication first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A stat dose of Lasix for labored respirations indicates an urgent need to address potential pulmonary edema, prioritizing this client.
Question 5 of 5
A client is to be discharged 48 hours after a normal vaginal delivery of an infant with no laceration or episiotomy. Which of the following danger signs should the client be advised to report to her physician? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Postpartum danger signs include fever >38°C (
A), difficulty urinating (
B), leg swelling/redness/pain (C, indicating possible DVT), and foul-smelling discharge (E, suggesting infection). Fatigue (
D) is common and not necessarily a danger sign.