NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client following a laryngectomy. The nurse can best help the client with communication by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A pad and pencil allow the client, who cannot speak after a laryngectomy, to communicate effectively by writing messages.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reviewing labs for a client whose potassium level is 5.3 mEq/L. Which order should the nurse anticipate from the health care provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A potassium level of 5.3 mEq/L indicates mild hyperkalemia, and Kayexalate may be ordered to lower it. K-Dur would worsen the condition.
Question 3 of 5
The mother of a 1-year-old wants to know when she should begin toilettraining her child. The nurse's response is based on the knowledge that sufficient sphincter control for toilet training is present by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sufficient sphincter control for toilet training typically develops between 18-24 months, when children gain the physical and cognitive readiness for training.
Question 4 of 5
Which client can best be assigned to the newly licensed nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client with diverticulitis is typically stable and requires less complex care compared to clients receiving chemotherapy, post-coronary bypass, or post-TURP, which involve specialized monitoring and interventions. Assigning this client to a newly licensed nurse ensures manageable care responsibilities.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following post-operative diets is most appropriate for the client who has had a hemorrhoidectomy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High-fiber diets promote soft stools, reducing strain post-hemorrhoidectomy.