NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Predictor Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is admitted with a diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy. Which laboratory test is most likely to be ordered?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Serum hCG levels are critical in ectopic pregnancy to monitor abnormal doubling patterns aiding diagnosis. CBC and urinalysis may be ordered for general assessment but are less specific.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a history of diabetes about eye care. The nurse should tell the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Regular eye exams detect diabetic retinopathy early, preventing vision loss in diabetes.
Question 3 of 5
A client is being treated for cancer with linear acceleration radiation. The physician has marked the radiation site with a blue marking pen. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Radiation site markings must be preserved for accurate treatment. Soap, lotion, or other substances can remove markings, so they should be avoided. Covering or powdering is unnecessary.
Question 4 of 5
The leukemic client is prescribed a low-bacteria diet. Which does the nurse expect to be included in this diet?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A low-bacteria diet for leukemia includes cooked foods (e.g., cooked spinach and celery) to minimize infection risk. Raw foods like lettuce (
B), strawberries (
C), and cauliflower (
D) pose higher bacterial risks.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a head injury who has increased ICP. The physician plans to reduce the cerebral edema by constricting cerebral blood vessels. Which physician order would serve this purpose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hyperventilation reduces PaCO2, causing cerebral vasoconstriction and decreased ICP. Shunts (
B) drain CSF, Furosemide (
C) reduces fluid volume, and Solu medrol (
D) reduces inflammation, but none constrict vessels directly.