NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient with suspected diverticulitis. The nurse would be most prudent in questioning which of the following diagnostic tests?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A barium enema is contraindicated in acute diverticulitis due to the risk of perforation and peritonitis.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse finds a client crying after she was told hemodialysis is needed due to the development of acute renal failure. Which intervention is best?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Quietly sitting with the client provides emotional support and presence, allowing her to process the diagnosis without imposing solutions.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a group of clients in an infectious disease unit. The nurse understands that which of the conditions listed are required to be reported by the CDC? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C, D
Rationale: Tetanus, chlamydia, and Lyme disease are nationally notifiable diseases per CDC guidelines, requiring reporting to monitor public health.
Question 4 of 5
A client is diagnosed with bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal system. The nurse would expect the client's stools to be:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Black, tarry stools (melena) indicate upper gastrointestinal bleeding due to digested blood.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client receiving IV vancomycin. The trough level is 14 mcg/mL. The next dose is now due. What is the correct response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A trough level of 14 mcg/mL is within the therapeutic range (10–20 mcg/mL) for vancomycin, so the next dose can be given as ordered.