NCLEX-RN
NCLEX Practice Test RN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is diagnosed with a urinary tract infection. Which instruction should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Completing the full course of antibiotics is essential to eradicate the infection and prevent resistance in a urinary tract infection. Fluid intake should increase, sexual activity can resume after treatment, and heating pads may not be advised.
Question 2 of 5
During morning assessments, the nurse finds that a client's nephrostomy tube has been clamped. The nurse's first action should be to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Unclamping the nephrostomy tube is the priority to restore urine flow and prevent complications like hydronephrosis or infection.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer regular insulin by continuous IV infusion to a client with diabetic ketoacidosis. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Regular insulin for IV infusion should be diluted in normal saline to ensure compatibility and prevent adsorption to IV tubing. Dextrose is inappropriate during DKA, and flushing with insulin wastes medication.
Question 4 of 5
Following a gastric resection, which of the following actions would the nurse reinforce with the client in order to alleviate the distress from dumping syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low-carbohydrate diet prevents a hypertonic bolus, reducing dumping syndrome. The other options exacerbate the condition.
Question 5 of 5
A client with cervical cancer has a radioactive implant. Which statement indicates that the client understands the nurse's teaching regarding radioactive implants?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clients with radioactive implants can use the bedside commode if permitted, indicating understanding of mobility restrictions. Visitor limitations, catheters, and side effects depend on the specific protocol.