NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a postpartum client 2 hours post-delivery who is unable to void. Which of the following nursing interventions should be considered initially?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Palpating the bladder assesses for distention, which may indicate urinary retention, guiding further interventions without immediately resorting to invasive measures.
Question 2 of 5
Which early morning activity helps to reduce the symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Holding a warm cup of coffee can reduce morning stiffness in rheumatoid arthritis by providing warmth and gentle joint movement.
Question 3 of 5
The infant is admitted to the unit with Tetralogy of Fallot. The nurse would anticipate an order for which medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Digoxin is commonly used in Tetralogy of Fallot to improve cardiac function and manage heart failure symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
A client has immune thrombocytopenic purpura. The client's platelet count is 19,000. Which initial treatment does the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For ITP with a platelet count of 19,000, immunosuppressive therapy (
B), like corticosteroids, is typically initial to increase platelet production. Splenectomy (
A) is later, observation (
C) is risky, and platelets (
D) are less effective.
Question 5 of 5
A client with hepatitis C is scheduled for a liver biopsy. Which would the nurse include in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hepatitis C increases bleeding risk, so coagulation studies are done before a liver biopsy to ensure safety. The client lies on the right side post-procedure, enemas aren't needed, and the procedure is invasive with some pain.