NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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.
Question 2 of 5
If a client's LDL cholesterol is 100, HDL cholesterol is 50, and triglycerides are 150, what is the client's total cholesterol? Record your answer using a whole number.
Correct Answer: 180
Rationale:
Total cholesterol = LDL + HDL + (Triglycerides/ 5) = 100 + 50 + (150/ 5) = 100 + 50 + 30 = 180.
Question 3 of 5
A client has developed diabetes insipidus after removal of a pituitary tumor. Which finding would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diabetes insipidus causes excessive water loss due to low ADH, leading to polyuria. The other symptoms are unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
A client newly diagnosed with diabetes is started on Precose (acarbose). The nurse should tell the client that the medication should be taken:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acarbose should be taken with the first bite of a meal to effectively delay carbohydrate absorption and control postprandial glucose.
Question 5 of 5
An RN is in charge of a team on a medical/surgical unit that includes an LPN. The RN understands that which of the following is an activity that falls within the scope of practice of an LPN?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering oral medications is within the LPN’s scope of practice, while contacting physicians, formulating diagnoses, and collaborating on discharge plans are RN responsibilities.