NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a basal cell epithelioma. The primary cause of basal cell epithelioma is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Basal cell epithelioma is primarily caused by prolonged sun exposure.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with diabetes mellitus, type 1. Which of the following signs and symptoms are indicative of diabetic ketoacidosis? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,F
Rationale: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DK
A) is characterized by polyuria (
B), hyperventilation (C, Kussmaul respirations), polydipsia (
D), and abdominal pain (F) due to hyperglycemia and acidosis. Increased appetite (
A) and hypertension (E) are not typical DKA symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing a middle-aged female for a total knee replacement (TKR) surgery on her left leg tomorrow. Which statement by the nurse is incorrect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A fracture pan is inappropriate post-TKR; a bedpan or bedside commode is typically used. Other statements are correct.
Question 4 of 5
Which task is included in the working phase of the nurse-client relationship?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The working phase involves evaluating progress toward goals, building on strengths identified earlier.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching the client regarding use of sodium warfarin. Which statement made by the client would require further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aspirin increases bleeding risk when taken with warfarin, indicating a need for further teaching to avoid this combination.