NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of major depressive disorder. Which of the following client statements would indicate that the client is responding positively to the prescribed antidepressant therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: improved energy level is a positive sign of response to antidepressant therapy
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of hepatitis who is experiencing pruritis. Which would be the most appropriate nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Adding baby oil to bath water helps moisturize the skin and alleviate pruritis caused by hepatitis, as it soothes dry, itchy skin without causing irritation.
Question 3 of 5
Vitamin K is administered to the newborn shortly after birth for which of the following reasons?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vitamin K is given to newborns to facilitate clotting, preventing hemorrhagic disease due to low vitamin K levels.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a small-bowel obstruction. A Salem sump nasogastric tube (NGT) is in place. Which finding by the nurse requires corrective action? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C
Rationale: A sudden decrease in output may indicate blockage or displacement, requiring assessment. Medium intermittent suction is inappropriate for a Salem sump, which requires low continuous suction. Other actions are correct.
Question 5 of 5
A client with emphysema has been receiving oxygen at 3 L per minute by nasal cannula. The nurse knows that the goal of the client's oxygen therapy is achieved when the client's PaO2 reading is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For clients with emphysema, a PaO2 of 70-80 mm Hg indicates adequate oxygenation without suppressing the respiratory drive.