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
During the change of shift report, a nurse writes in her notes that she suspects illegal drug use by a client assigned to her care. During the shift, the notes are found by the client's daughter. The nurse could be sued for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Writing unverified suspicions of illegal drug use that are later seen by others constitutes libel, as it is a written defamatory statement.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of fluid overload caused by congestive heart failure. Which findings would the nurse expect to find when reviewing client labs? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Fluid overload in CHF dilutes BUN and sodium, leading to decreased levels. Hematocrit decreases, and osmolality is typically normal or low.
Question 4 of 5
A 30-year-old male from Haiti is brought to the emergency department in sickle cell crisis. What is the best position for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's position with legs extended promotes venous return and reduces pressure on joints, which can help alleviate pain and improve circulation during a sickle cell crisis.
Question 5 of 5
The client with Alzheimer's disease is being assisted with activities of daily living when the nurse notes that the client uses her toothbrush to brush her hair. The nurse is aware that the client is exhibiting:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Apraxia is the inability to perform purposeful movements correctly, such as using a toothbrush to brush hair, despite knowing its function.