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
The nurse is caring for a child with a diagnosis of possible hydrocephalus. Which assessment data on the admission history would be the most objective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Head measurement (e.g., head circumference) is the most objective, quantifiable data for assessing hydrocephalus, unlike subjective symptoms like anorexia or vomiting.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of chronic renal failure who is receiving hemodialysis. Which of the following findings would indicate a complication of dialysis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: hypotension during dialysis may indicate fluid removal too rapidly or other complications, requiring immediate intervention
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer the first dose of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) to a 50-year-old female adult client admitted to the hospital with Guillain-Barre syndrome. Which nursing intervention is appropriate regarding administration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring vital signs before and during IVIG infusion detects adverse reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis) early, ensuring client safety.
Question 5 of 5
An infant who weighs 8 pounds at birth would be expected to weigh how many pounds at 1 year?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Infants typically triple their birth weight by 1 year; 8 pounds x 3 = 24 pounds.