NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to assist with a lumbar puncture for a client with suspected meningitis. Which of the following positions should the nurse place the client in?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: side-lying with knees flexed to the chest maximizes spinal flexion, facilitating access to the subarachnoid space
Question 2 of 5
The nurse in the emergency department is responsible for the triage of four recently admitted clients. Which client should the nurse send directly to the treatment room?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Exertional shortness of breath may indicate a cardiac or respiratory emergency, requiring immediate attention.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is doing bowel and bladder retraining for the client with paraplegia. Which of the following is not a factor for the nurse to consider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sexual function is not directly related to bowel and bladder retraining, unlike diet, mobility, and fluid intake.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a newborn 24 hours after birth. Which of the following findings would require further evaluation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: milia are normal, but persistent or widespread milia may indicate other issues; other findings are within normal limits for a newborn
Question 5 of 5
A vaginal exam reveals a footling breech presentation. The nurse should take which of the following actions at this time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Footling breech presentation often requires a Caesarean section due to risks of cord prolapse and delivery complications.