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
A 2-year-old is hospitalized with suspected intussusception. Which finding is associated with intussusception?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Currant jelly stools, caused by blood and mucus, are a hallmark of intussusception due to intestinal obstruction.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected hyperthyroidism. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: tremors and heat intolerance are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism due to increased metabolic rate
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client who is 36 hours postpartum. Which of the following findings would indicate a need for further evaluation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: a temperature of 100.4°F may indicate infection, such as endometritis, and requires further evaluation
Question 5 of 5
The nurse working in an outpatient pain clinic has the opportunity to teach a client with chronic back pain about nonpharmacological pain management. Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurse to include when teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, C, D
Rationale: Music, therapeutic massage, stretching exercises, and relaxation are all evidence-based nonpharmacological methods to manage chronic pain.