NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 80-year-old client with Parkinson’s disease. Which of the following nursing goals is MOST realistic and appropriate in planning care for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: irreversible disease that leads to permanent physical limitations
Question 2 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 3 of 5
The nurse is in the medication room drawing up insulin for a client when a code blue is called. In his haste to respond to the call, the nurse places the syringe of insulin on the counter and responds to the code. Afterward, the nurse returns to the medication room and retrieves the syringe of insulin. Which action by the nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The syringe was left unattended, risking contamination or mix-up, so it should be disposed of in the sharps container, and a new dose drawn up to ensure safety.
Question 4 of 5
A client has suffered a severe traumatic brain injury and is being treated in the ICU. Which of the following interventions does the nurse anticipate to control intracranial pressure? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: ICP control includes elevating head (
A), oxygenating (
B), neutral alignment (
C), sedation (
D), and hypothermia (E) to reduce swelling and metabolic demand.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing the client with a total knee replacement 2 hours post-operative. Which information requires notification of the doctor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A hemoglobin of 7 gm indicates significant blood loss, requiring immediate physician notification.