NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client receiving supplemental oxygen. The effectiveness of the oxygen therapy is best determined by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Arterial blood gases provide a direct measure of oxygenation and are the most accurate way to evaluate the effectiveness of oxygen therapy.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following best describes the language of a 24-month-old?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A 24-month-old can verbalize needs using simple words or phrases, reflecting their developing language skills.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching the mother of a child with cystic fibrosis how to do chest percussion. The nurse should tell the mother to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cupped hands during chest percussion create a vibration that helps loosen mucus in cystic fibrosis without causing injury.
Question 4 of 5
The client is admitted to the unit after a motor vehicle accident with a temperature of 102°F rectally. The most likely explanations for the elevated temperature is that:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Infection from abrasions is the most likely cause of fever post-accident, as it's a common complication.
Question 5 of 5
The physician has ordered a paracentesis for a client with severe abdominal ascites. Before the procedure, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Providing a urinal allows the client to empty their bladder, reducing the risk of bladder puncture during paracentesis.