NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with Crohn's disease. How should the nurse educate the client regarding nutrition and hydration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High-calorie, low-fiber, high-protein, and high-vitamin foods support nutrition in Crohn’s disease while minimizing irritation to the inflamed bowel.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client with human immunodeficiency virus. The nurse knows to wear gloves under the following circumstance(s). Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C, D
Rationale: Gloves are required for contact with open wounds, starting an IV, or drawing blood due to potential exposure to blood or body fluids, per standard precautions. Gloves are not needed for all contact.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with diabetes mellitus, type 1. Which of the following signs and symptoms are indicative of diabetic ketoacidosis? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,F
Rationale: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DK
A) is characterized by polyuria (
B), hyperventilation (C, Kussmaul respirations), polydipsia (
D), and abdominal pain (F) due to hyperglycemia and acidosis. Increased appetite (
A) and hypertension (E) are not typical DKA symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
Upon arrival in the nursery, erythomycin eyedrops are applied to the newborn's eyes. The nurse understands that the medication will:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Erythromycin eyedrops are used to prevent neonatal conjunctivitis, which can lead to blindness, particularly from gonorrhea or chlamydia exposure.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is administering afternoon medications, which include an antihypertensive med and aspirin for pain relief. Which of the following should the nurse do first before administering the medications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Verifying the client’s identity using two identifiers (name and date of birth on wristband) ensures medication safety per protocol.