NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Predictor Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of silicosis. The nurse should give priority to assessing the:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Silicosis is a lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust, leading to fibrosis and impaired gas exchange, so assessing respiratory status is the priority.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a history of diabetes about eye care. The nurse should tell the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Regular eye exams detect diabetic retinopathy early, preventing vision loss in diabetes.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a history of type 1 diabetes about sick day management. The nurse should tell the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frequent blood glucose monitoring during illness prevents hypo- or hyperglycemia in type 1 diabetes.
Question 4 of 5
The leukemic client is prescribed a low-bacteria diet. Which does the nurse expect to be included in this diet?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A low-bacteria diet for leukemia includes cooked foods (e.g., cooked spinach and celery) to minimize infection risk. Raw foods like lettuce (
B), strawberries (
C), and cauliflower (
D) pose higher bacterial risks.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a history of type 1 diabetes about insulin storage. The nurse should tell the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Refrigerating unopened insulin vials preserves potency, ensuring effective diabetes management.