NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of peptic ulcer disease. Which food should the client avoid?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Spicy foods can irritate the gastric mucosa, exacerbating peptic ulcer disease. Apples, rice, and milk (in moderation) are generally safe.
Question 2 of 5
A client with vaginal cancer is being treated with a radioactive vaginal implant. The client's husband asks the nurse if he can spend the night with his wife. The nurse should explain that:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Radioactive implants emit radiation posing a risk to others. Visitation is limited to short periods (e.g. 30 minutes) to minimize radiation exposure. The other options do not address the safety concern related to radiation.
Question 3 of 5
The first action that the nurse should take if she finds the client has an O2 saturation of 68% is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An O2 saturation of 68% indicates severe hypoxemia requiring immediate oxygen administration (e.g. via mask) to restore oxygenation. Elevating the head rechecking later or assessing heart rate are secondary to correcting hypoxia.
Question 4 of 5
A client has a history of alcoholism. He is currently diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver. The nurse would expect him to be on which type of diet?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High carbohydrates provide high-caloric content to prevent tissue catabolism.
Question 5 of 5
On a home visit, the nurse finds four young children alone. The youngest of the children has bruises on the face and back and circular burns on the inner aspect of the right forearm. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bruises and circular burns suggest abuse, requiring mandatory reporting to child welfare services for investigation and protection. Transporting or staying is secondary to reporting.