NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes insipidus. The nurse would describe this client's urine output pattern as:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Polyuria is a primary symptom of diabetes insipidus. These clients have decreased or absent vasopressin secretion, which causes water loss in the urine and sodium increases.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is interviewing a client with a diagnosis of possible abdominal aortic aneurysm. Which of the following statements will be reflected in the client's chief complaint?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: (A, B,
C) These complaints are not specific signs and symptoms associated with abdominal aortic aneurysm. If symptoms are present, the aneurysm is expanding or rupture is imminent. Many clients may experience no symptoms. The only symptom may be a pulsation noted in the abdomen in the reclining position.
Question 3 of 5
A 15-year-old client is admitted to the adolescent unit. The nurse recognizes that encouraging a client to speak openly depends on how clearly questions are phrased. Which of the following statements is most desirable in eliciting information from an adolescent client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: (A,
B) This statement can be answered with a simple yes or no. This statement is asked in a negative manner and therefore has a negative connotation. This statement is open ended and positively stated.
Question 4 of 5
A physician's order reads: Administer KCl 10% oral solution 1.5 mL. The KCl bottle reads 20 mEq/15 mL. What dosage should the nurse administer to the infant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 1.33 mEq = 1 mL, then 1.5 mL X = 1.99, or 2 mEq.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of a gastrectomy is being taught about dietary management. The nurse should encourage the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: After a gastrectomy, eating six small meals a day prevents dumping syndrome by reducing gastric overload. Avoiding fluids with meals and taking vitamins are helpful, but small meals are primary.