NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is asked by the nurse aide, 'Are peptic ulcers really caused by stress?' The nurse would be correct in replying with the following:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Peptic ulcers are primarily caused by H. pylori infection, though stress can contribute to other types of ulcers.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with Crohn's disease. How should the nurse educate the client regarding nutrition and hydration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High-calorie, low-fiber, high-protein, and high-vitamin foods support nutrition in Crohn’s disease while minimizing irritation to the inflamed bowel.
Question 3 of 5
Before administering Methyltrexate orally to the client with cancer, the nurse should check the:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking vital signs ensures the client is stable before administering Methotrexate, which can cause systemic side effects.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse notes the following laboratory test results on a 24-hour postburn client. Which abnormality should be reported to the physician immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hyperkalemia (7.5 mEq/L) is life-threatening, risking cardiac arrhythmias, and requires immediate reporting for urgent correction.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, Lou Gehrig's disease). The nurse should give priority to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiratory muscle weakness in ALS can lead to respiratory failure, making respiratory status assessment the priority.