NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client with preeclampsia is admitted to the unit with an order for magnesium sulfate IV. Which action by the nurse indicates a lack of understanding of magnesium sulfate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding blood pressure checks in one arm is unrelated to magnesium sulfate; the other actions align with monitoring and managing side effects.
Question 2 of 5
When assisting a client with range-of-motion exercises, which movements should be carried out on the client's elbows? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Elbow range-of-motion includes flexion (
B), extension (E), supination (
A), and pronation (
D). Circumduction (
C) is not possible at the elbow, and hyperextension (F) is not a standard motion for this joint.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 8-year-old following a routine tonsillectomy. Which finding should be reported immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Respiratory stridor post-tonsillectomy indicates airway obstruction, a life-threatening complication requiring immediate reporting.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is changing the ties of the client with a tracheotomy. The safest method of changing the tracheotomy ties is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applying the new tie before removing the old one ensures the tracheotomy tube remains secure, preventing accidental dislodgement.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is monitoring the labs of a client admitted with viral hepatitis. Which of the following lab findings would the nurse expect for this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, C, D
Rationale: Viral hepatitis causes increased AST, elevated ammonia, and low serum albumin due to liver damage. ALT is typically increased, not decreased, and prothrombin time is prolonged.