NCLEX-RN
Mock NCLEX RN Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is making room assignments for four obstetrical clients. If only one private room is available, it should be assigned to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Preeclampsia requires close monitoring due to risks like seizures or stroke, making a private room essential for a primigravida with this condition.
Question 2 of 5
Which clients can be assigned to share a room in the emergency department during a disaster?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A pregnant client and a client with a fractured arm have stable non-infectious conditions suitable for sharing a room. The other pairs include clients with unstable (cyanosis abdominal wound chest pain) or infectious (MRS
A) conditions or psychiatric issues requiring isolation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client after a burn. Which assessment finding best indicates that the client's respiratory efforts are currently adequate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An O2 saturation of 97% directly indicates adequate oxygenation from respiratory efforts. Talking (
A), alertness (
B), and chest movement (
D) are indirect and less specific.
Question 4 of 5
A client with hypothyroidism frequently complains of feeling cold. The nurse should tell the client that she will be more comfortable if she:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dressing in extra layers is a safe, effective way to manage cold intolerance in hypothyroidism by conserving body heat. Electric blankets and heating pads pose burn risks, and baths are temporary.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of atrial fibrillation is receiving warfarin (Coumadin). Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor closely?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Warfarin affects clotting, requiring monitoring of PT/INR to ensure therapeutic anticoagulation. Platelets (
A), hemoglobin (
C), and potassium (
D) are not directly affected.