NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is educating a client about lifestyle modifications to manage hypertension. Which of the following modifications should the nurse recommend? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,F
Rationale: Hypertension management includes regular aerobic exercise (
B), the DASH diet (
C), weight loss (
D), and smoking cessation (F). Limiting fluids (
A) is not standard, and moderate alcohol (E) is acceptable.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a COPD client who is discharged on p.o. Theophylline. Which of the following statements by the client would indicate a correct understanding of discharge instructions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Theophylline can be administered intravenously for acute COPD exacerbations, indicating the client understands potential treatment escalation.
Question 3 of 5
The physician has ordered that a client recovering from back surgery be logrolled. The client has a draw sheet in place, and the nurse and an assistant are positioned with one on each side of the bed. Place the steps to logrolling (Roman numerals) in the correct sequence from first to last.
Order the Items
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Correct Answer: D,B,A,C
Rationale: Logrolling sequence: Cross arms (IV) to secure them, place pillow between knees (II) for alignment, roll patient (I), then place pillows along back (III) for support.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assisting the health care provider to perform a renal biopsy. Which position should the nurse place the client in?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The prone position with a pillow under the shoulders and abdomen provides optimal access to the kidney for a renal biopsy.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is performing discharge teaching on a client at high risk for the development of skin cancer. Which instruction should be included in the client teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wearing sunscreen is a key preventive measure for skin cancer, reducing UV exposure, and should be emphasized in teaching.