NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions with Answers Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse applies warm compresses to a client's leg. To determine effectiveness of the compresses, the nurse should determine if there is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Warm compresses promote vasodilation, improving circulation to the area, which aids healing and reduces symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a suspected diagnosis of lung cancer has a bronchoscopy with biopsy. Following the procedure the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring for pneumothorax is critical after a bronchoscopy with biopsy, as it is a potential complication due to lung puncture.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse has administered aminophylline to a client with emphysema. The medication is effective when there is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aminophylline, a bronchodilator, is effective when it relaxes bronchial smooth muscles, improving airflow in emphysema.
Question 4 of 5
After going through the necessary procedures for collecting physical evidence after a rape, a client is crying and talking about what happened to her. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Listening to the client's descriptions provides emotional support and validates her experience, which is therapeutic post-trauma. Other responses may minimize or blame the client.
Question 5 of 5
During a home visit to a primiparous client 1 week postpartum who is bottle-feeding her neonate, the clientiant tells the nurse that her mother has suggested that she feed the neonate cereal so he will sleep through the night. Which of the following would be the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Formula is best for infants until 4-6 months, as early introduction of solids like cereal can cause digestive issues.