NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Exam Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a recent stroke. Which position is most appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Side-lying with the head elevated 30 degrees reduces intracranial pressure and promotes venous drainage in stroke clients, minimizing complications like cerebral edema. Supine, prone, or sitting positions may increase pressure or risk aspiration.
Question 2 of 5
A client who is 7 months pregnant is diagnosed with pyelonephritis. The nurse anticipates the physician ordering:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ampicillin is a safe antibiotic for pyelonephritis in pregnancy, with no known teratogenic effects.
Question 3 of 5
A 13-year-old hemophiliac is hospitalized for hemarthrosis of his right knee. To relieve the pain, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bed rest, elevation, and splinting reduce bleeding and pain in hemarthrosis, stabilizing the joint.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with osteoporosis about dietary modifications. Which food should the client be encouraged to include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dairy products are rich in calcium, essential for bone health in osteoporosis. Citrus fruits provide vitamin C, red meat offers iron, and whole grains supply fiber, but they are less critical for bone density.
Question 5 of 5
A 10-year-old has been diagnosed with acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis. The clinical findings were proteinuria, moderately elevated blood pressure, and periorbital edema. Which dietary plan is most appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A high-protein diet is usually indicated because protein is excreted in urine. Protein restriction is usually prescribed with severe azotemia. The kidneys usually enlarge in these children, and sodium and water are retained. Fluid restriction may be ordered to help reduce edema; however, monitoring for dehydration is indicated. A high-cholesterol diet would not be indicated for any child, especially one with elevated blood pressure.