NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is admitting a client with a suspected duodenal ulcer. The client will most likely report that his abdominal discomfort decreases when he:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Eating a meal or snack neutralizes stomach acid, temporarily relieving discomfort in duodenal ulcers.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has a client complaining of chest pain. Where should the nurse place the V5 lead for a 12-lead EKG?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The V5 lead is placed in the left anterior axillary line at the fifth intercostal space for a 12-lead EKG.
Question 3 of 5
The school nurse is assessing an elementary student with hemophilia who fell during recess. Which symptoms indicate hemarthrosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hemarthrosis in hemophilia involves bleeding into joints, causing stiffness, aching, and reduced movement due to joint swelling and pain.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a new breastfeeding mother about breast care, but the mother has engorgement and asks if she should quit breastfeeding. Which information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Continue nursing (
A), massaging breasts (
B), using pain relievers (
D), and noting engorgement resolution in 24-48 hours (E) manage engorgement. Hot compresses (
C) may worsen swelling.
Question 5 of 5
The client presents to the clinic with a serum cholesterol of 275 mg/dL and is placed on rosuvastatin (Crestor). Which instruction should be given to the client taking rosuvastatin (Crestor)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Muscle weakness is a sign of myopathy, a serious side effect of statins like rosuvastatin, and should be reported immediately to the physician.