NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
In evaluating the effectiveness of IV Pitocin for a client with secondary dystocia, the nurse should expect:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pitocin is effective if it promotes progressive cervical dilation, correcting secondary dystocia.
Question 2 of 5
The physician has ordered sodium warfarin for the client with thrombophlebitis. The order should be entered to administer the medication at:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Warfarin is typically given in the late afternoon to align with INR monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
Place the following metric capacity measures (in Roman numerals) in the correct position from smallest to largest. I. Deciliter II. Milliliter III. Dekaliter IV. Kiloliter. V. Hectoliter.
Order the Items
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Correct Answer: B,A,E,C,D
Rationale: The correct order from smallest to largest is: Milliliter (II), Deciliter (I), Hectoliter (V), Dekaliter (III), Kiloliter (IV), fitting the table positions with Centiliter (
A) and Liter (
B) as reference points.
Question 4 of 5
A client with B negative blood requires a blood transfusion during surgery. If no B negative blood is available, the client should be transfused with:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: O negative blood is the universal donor type, safe for transfusion in emergencies when B negative blood is unavailable.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following the loss of her husband and children in an automobile accident. Which interventions by the nurse are appropriate for this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Appropriate PTSD interventions include teaching coping (
A), relaxation techniques (
B), supportive listening (
C), and providing a safe environment (
D). Avoiding public interaction (E) may worsen isolation.