NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client has recently been diagnosed with diabetes. Which of the following indicates understanding of the management of diabetes?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Demonstrating correct insulin injection technique indicates practical understanding and ability to manage diabetes effectively.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of glaucoma about eye drop administration. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: applying pressure to the inner canthus (nasolacrimal occlusion) prevents systemic absorption of the medication
Question 3 of 5
A nurse has delegated care of a client in wrist restraints to a nursing assistant. The nursing assistant should check the skin circulation under the restraints at least
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Restraints require circulation checks every 1-2 hours to prevent skin breakdown or neurovascular injury. Hourly checks (
C) balance safety and practicality.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client following a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG). The nurse should give priority to reporting:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Confusion and restlessness may indicate cerebral hypoxia or other serious complications post-CABG, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
The nursing assistant is taking vitals for a client on mechanical ventilation. Which of the following findings should the nursing assistant report to the nurse immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fever (102.1°F) in a ventilated client suggests infection (e.g., ventilator-associated pneumonia), requiring immediate reporting.