NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions with Answers Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of peripheral artery disease. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Regular walking promotes collateral circulation in peripheral artery disease, improving blood flow.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a child with sickle cell anemia who is experiencing a vaso-occlusive crisis. Which of the following interventions is the priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hydration is the priority in vaso-occlusive crisis to reduce blood viscosity and promote circulation, preventing further sickling and complications.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should instruct a woman taking folic acid supplements for folic acid-deficiency anemia that:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pregnancy, lactation, and oral contraceptive use increase folic acid requirements due to increased metabolic demands.
Question 4 of 5
A client states she thinks she is experiencing premenstrual syndrome (PMS). The nurse should next ask the client about which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PMS symptoms, such as tension and fatigue, typically occur before menses and may persist into the early menstrual phase. Irregular cycles, post-menses mood swings, or midcycle symptoms are less characteristic of PMS.
Question 5 of 5
You are caring for a postoperative client who is complaining of abdominal distention and flatus. Which intervention would you most likely do for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A return-flow enema is used to relieve gas and distention by introducing and withdrawing fluid to stimulate gas expulsion.