NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
In terms of cognitive development, a 2-year-old would be expected to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 2-year-old engages in magical thinking, believing their thoughts or actions can influence events, typical of their egocentric developmental stage.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is precepting a student nurse on the postsurgical floor. The student nurse needs to draw a potassium level. Which of the following statements by the student nurse is correct regarding blood draws from venous catheters?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Flushing with 10–20 mL of saline after drawing blood from a catheter prevents clotting and maintains patency. Peripheral catheters are not ideal for blood draws, central lines carry risks, and large needles can cause hemolysis.
Question 3 of 5
The client with cancer refuses to care for herself. Which action by the nurse would be best?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Exploring the reason for the lack of motivation addresses the root cause, enabling tailored interventions to encourage self-care.
Question 4 of 5
The computers for documenting client care and treatment are located at the nursing station. Which of the following is the most important consideration regarding the computers?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Positioning computer screens away from unauthorized viewers (
C) protects patient confidentiality, a critical aspect of HIPAA compliance. Height (
A), ratio (
B), and brand (
D) are secondary considerations.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with myasthenia gravis who is having trouble breathing. The nurse would encourage which of the following positions for maximal lung expansion?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sitting or high Fowler's position maximizes lung expansion and diaphragmatic movement, critical for myasthenia gravis patients with respiratory weakness.