NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is observing a graduate nurse as she assesses the central venous pressure. Which observation would indicate that the graduate needs further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Valsalva maneuver falsely elevates CVP; normal breathing is required.
Question 2 of 5
While reading the progress notes on a client with cancer, the nurse notes a TNM classification of T1, N1, M0. What does this classification indicate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: T1 indicates a small tumor, N1 indicates regional lymph node involvement, and M0 indicates no distant metastasis. This matches choice D.
Question 3 of 5
A client with multiple sclerosis tires easily, so the nurse is instructing the client in energy-conservation techniques. Which of the following techniques may help the client conserve energy? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Energy conservation for multiple sclerosis includes sitting for tasks (
A), resting regularly (
C), planning movements (
D), and monitoring fatigue (E). Items on the floor or high shelves (
B) increase effort, and pulling vs. pushing (F) is not standard.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is precepting a student nurse on the medical-surgical unit. The student nurse is preparing to administer insulin. Which action by the student nurse calls for immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Regular insulin is the only type safe for IV administration; other insulins like NPH are not, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A client is being assessed for neutropenia. The client's total white blood cell count is 5200 with 45% neutrophils and 5% bands. What is the absolute neutrophil count (ANC)? Record your answer using a whole number.
Correct Answer: 2600
Rationale: ANC = WBC X (Neutrophils% + Bands%) = 5200 X (0.45 + 0.05) = 5200 X 0.5 = 2600.