NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected multiple sclerosis. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: vision changes and muscle weakness are common symptoms of multiple sclerosis due to demyelination
Question 2 of 5
The client is admitted with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Blood gases reveal pH 7.36, CO2 45, O2 84, bicarb 28. The nurse would assess the client to be in:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Normal pH with elevated CO2 and bicarbonate indicates compensated respiratory acidosis, typical in COPD.
Question 3 of 5
A client delivered a 9-pound infant 2 hours ago. The client has an IV of D5W with oxytocin. The nurse determines that the medication is achieving the desired effect when she observes:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oxytocin promotes uterine contractions, resulting in a firm fundus, which prevents postpartum hemorrhage and is the desired effect.
Question 4 of 5
A 62-year-old female with osteoarthritis asks the nurse how she can ease her pain and discomfort. The nurse should include which of the following in the discharge plan for the client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Healthy weight, aspirin, warm compresses, and moderate exercise (e.g., walking) reduce osteoarthritis pain and stiffness. High-impact exercise (
C) can worsen joint damage.
Question 5 of 5
Which nurse should not be assigned to care for the client with a radium implant for vaginal cancer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pregnant nurses should avoid caring for clients with radium implants due to the risk of radiation exposure to the fetus.