NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with ascites. Which is the best method to use for determining early ascites?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Daily measurement of abdominal girth is the most sensitive method to detect early ascites by tracking subtle increases in abdominal size.
Question 2 of 5
Which action by the healthcare worker indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wearing gloves to monitor the IV infusion rate is unnecessary unless contact with bodily fluids is anticipated, indicating a need for further teaching on infection control.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client following a right nephrolithotomy. Postoperatively, the client should be positioned:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Positioning on the left side reduces pressure on the surgical site (right kidney), promoting comfort and minimizing complications.
Question 4 of 5
An infant who weighs 8 pounds at birth would be expected to weigh how many pounds at 1 year?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Infants typically triple their birth weight by 1 year; 8 pounds x 3 = 24 pounds.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has an order for Diuril. Directions say to reconstitute with 20 mL of sterile water. This will provide a concentration of mg/mL.
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: