NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client with an abdominal aortic aneurysm is admitted in preparation for surgery. Which of the following should be reported to the doctor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An elevated white blood cell count may indicate infection or inflammation, which requires prompt reporting before surgery.
Question 2 of 5
A public health nurse works with a specific population. Many of the clients use herbal remedies at home. The nurse would express concern if which of the following clients reported using herbal remedies?
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: Herbal remedies may pose risks in children (
A) due to dosing concerns, but none of the conditions listed raise specific red flags. The question may lack context for a definitive answer.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is educating a couple about permanent methods of birth control. Vasectomy for the male is discussed. The nurse explains that which organ is cut or sealed off to prevent sperm from entering semen?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The **vas deferens** is cut or sealed during a vasectomy to prevent sperm from entering semen, ensuring sterility.
Question 4 of 5
A client has had a central catheter inserted for administration of parenteral nutrition. An X-ray was taken to ensure correct positioning prior to commencing infusions. The X-ray report indicates that the catheter tip is in the right atrium. Which of the following actions by the nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Catheter tip in the right atrium is too far; infusion should be held and the MD notified (
A) for repositioning. Adjusting the catheter (B,
D) or starting infusion (
C) is unsafe.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of asthma who is experiencing an acute attack. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer FIRST?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: albuterol is a fast-acting bronchodilator used to relieve acute asthma symptoms