NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client hospitalized with duodenal ulcer. Which finding should be reported to the doctor immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A blood pressure of 82/60 and pulse of 120 indicate possible hypovolemic shock, likely due to gastrointestinal bleeding, which is a medical emergency requiring immediate reporting.
Question 2 of 5
A woman has undergone a mastectomy of her right breast and has been brought to the recovery unit. The nurse explains that the client should
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the arm on a pillow reduces lymphedema risk post-mastectomy by promoting lymphatic drainage.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with B-Thalassemia major. Which therapy is used to treat Thalassemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent transfusions manage severe anemia in B-Thalassemia major.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is conducting a physical examination of a client's abdomen. Place the examination techniques listed below (Roman numerals) in the correct sequence, from first to last.
Order the Items
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Correct Answer: C,D,A,B
Rationale: Abdominal exam sequence: Inspection (III) first, then auscultation (IV) before percussion (I) and palpation (II) to avoid altering bowel sounds.
Question 5 of 5
A 6-year-old with cerebral palsy functions at the level of an 18-month-old. Which finding would support that assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pulling a toy is consistent with an 18-month-old's developmental level, supporting the assessment.