NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is conducting an aphasia assessment of a client who has suffered a stroke. Which of the following observations should the nurse include in the assessment? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Aphasia assessment post-stroke includes evaluating spontaneous speech (
A), comprehension (
B), naming objects (
C), describing objects (
D), and writing (E). Memory recall (F) is not specific to aphasia.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is conducting a physical examination of a client's abdomen. Place the examination techniques listed below (Roman numerals) in the correct sequence, from first to last.
Order the Items
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Correct Answer: C,D,A,B
Rationale: Abdominal exam sequence: Inspection (III) first, then auscultation (IV) before percussion (I) and palpation (II) to avoid altering bowel sounds.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse on the 3-11 shift is assessing the chart of a client with an abdominal aneurysm scheduled for surgery in the morning and finds that the consent form has been signed, but the client is unclear about the surgery and possible complications. Which is the most appropriate action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The surgeon is responsible for ensuring informed consent, so contacting them to clarify the procedure and complications with the client is the most appropriate action.
Question 4 of 5
While terminating the therapeutic nurse-client relationship, which action should be avoided?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Raising a new issue at termination can disrupt closure and hinder the client’s ability to process the end of the relationship.
Question 5 of 5
A client is admitted with sickle cell crises and sequestration. Upon assessing the client, the nurse would expect to find:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sickle cell crisis with sequestration can lead to hypovolemia due to blood pooling in organs, resulting in decreased blood pressure.