NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who just had a supratentorial craniotomy to remove a tumor. The nurse will implement which of the following in the client's plan of care? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, D, E
Rationale: Monitoring pupils, respiratory status, and excessive drainage are critical to detect complications like increased intracranial pressure. Positioning flat is incorrect; the head should be elevated.
Question 2 of 5
Which symptom is not associated with glaucoma?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Veil-like loss of vision is not typical of glaucoma; foggy vision, halos, and eye pain are common symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
An AIDS patient has developed a fungal Fusarium infection. The nurse anticipates the physician will order
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Voriconazole is an antifungal effective against Fusarium. Combivir (antiretroviral), famciclovir (antiviral), and ciprofloxacin (antibacterial) are not appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is providing instruction to a client's family regarding home safety with thrombocytopenia. Which statement by the client's family indicates a need for further education?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rugs pose a tripping hazard, increasing bleeding risk in thrombocytopenia. Other statements reflect safe practices to minimize bleeding.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is monitoring the labs of a client admitted with viral hepatitis. Which of the following lab findings would the nurse expect for this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, C, D
Rationale: Viral hepatitis causes increased AST, elevated ammonia, and low serum albumin due to liver damage. ALT is typically increased, not decreased, and prothrombin time is prolonged.