NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Questions with Detailed Explanations Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of multiple sclerosis. Which of the following interventions should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Daily exercise helps maintain mobility and strength in multiple sclerosis.
Question 2 of 5
The nursing assessment of a client with osteomyelitis of the left great toe reveals pain with partial weight-bearing, unsteady gait, and fever. The priority nursing diagnosis for the client is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Risk for injury is the priority due to unsteady gait and pain, which increase the likelihood of falls in a client with osteomyelitis.
Question 3 of 5
A 6-year-old client is diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). When asking this client to complete a task, what techniques should the nurse use to communicate most effectively with him?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clear, simple instructions with eye contact and repetition enhance communication for a child with ADHD, and praise reinforces positive behavior.
Question 4 of 5
A client with Parkinson's disease is prescribed levodopa-carbidopa. Which side effect should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dyskinesia, involuntary movements, is a common side effect of levodopa-carbidopa due to dopamine overstimulation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has just undergone a total knee replacement. Which of the following interventions is most important in the immediate postoperative period?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applying ice packs reduces swelling and pain post-knee replacement, promoting recovery.