NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client who had a colon resection 2 days ago. The client states, 'I feel like my stitches have burst loose.' Upon further assessment, dehiscence of the wound is noted. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dehiscence requires covering the wound with a sterile, saline-moistened dressing to prevent infection and protect exposed tissues. The other actions are inappropriate or harmful.
Question 2 of 5
A client newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus asks the nurse why it is important to rotate insulin injection sites. The nurse explains this is done to avoid
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rotating insulin injection sites prevents lipodystrophy (fat tissue changes), ensuring consistent absorption.
Question 3 of 5
A client taking furosemide (Lasix) comes into the clinic for routine bloodwork. Which of the following findings indicates an adverse effect of Lasix?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Furosemide can increase uric acid levels (normal 3.5-7.2 mg/dL), leading to hyperuricemia, a known adverse effect. Other values are within normal ranges.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for an unvaccinated child who developed complications related to German measles (rubella). Which of the following infection control protocols is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rubella is transmitted via respiratory droplets, requiring standard and droplet precautions (
C). Contact (
B) and airborne (
D) precautions are not indicated for rubella.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assisting the health care provider to perform a renal biopsy. Which position should the nurse place the client in?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The prone position with a pillow under the shoulders and abdomen provides optimal access to the kidney for a renal biopsy.