NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a child with a diagnosis of possible hydrocephalus. Which assessment data on the admission history would be the most objective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Head measurement (e.g., head circumference) is the most objective, quantifiable data for assessing hydrocephalus, unlike subjective symptoms like anorexia or vomiting.
Question 2 of 5
While interviewing a client who abuses alcohol, the nurse learns that the client has experienced 'blackouts.' The wife asks what this means. The best response at this time is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Blackouts in alcohol abuse refer to short-term memory amnesia, where the client cannot recall events during intoxication despite appearing conscious.
Question 3 of 5
A client states that he takes five grains of aspirin daily, but the hospital issues aspirin in milligrams. How many milligrams are approximately equivalent to five grains of aspirin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: One grain of aspirin is approximately 65 mg, so five grains = 5 X 65 = 325 mg (
C).
Question 4 of 5
A client has been undergoing treatment for an aggressive cancer. The physicians have stated the chance of recovery is very unlikely. The client states that she prefers to cease all treatments and start palliative care. The nurse supports this decision based on which ethical principle?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Autonomy respects the client’s right to make decisions about their treatment, including choosing palliative care over continued aggressive therapy.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse notes the following on the ECG monitor. The nurse would evaluate the cardiac arrhythmia as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assuming a wide, regular, rapid rhythm (common in critical scenarios), ventricular tachycardia is the most likely arrhythmia, requiring immediate intervention.