NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to give an oral potassium supplement. The nurse should give the medication:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oral potassium supplements should be diluted with at least 4 oz. of juice to reduce gastrointestinal irritation.
Question 2 of 5
Place the steps for an abdominal assessment in the correct order.
Order the Items
Source Container
Correct Answer: C,A,D,B
Rationale: Abdominal assessment order: inspection (visual assessment), auscultation (bowel sounds before manipulation), percussion (assess density), palpation (last to avoid altering bowel sounds).
Question 3 of 5
A 4-year-old is admitted with acute leukemia. It will be most important to monitor the child for:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acute leukemia causes bone marrow suppression, leading to anemia (pallor) and thrombocytopenia (bleeding), which are critical to monitor.
Question 4 of 5
The hospital conducts an information and education session on anthrax. The nurse learns the methods of anthrax transmission include which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Anthrax is transmitted via cutaneous (skin contact), inhalation (spores), and gastrointestinal (contaminated food) routes. Ocular and fomite transmission are not primary modes.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is admitting a client with acute liver failure. According to the Patient's Bill of Rights, which responsibilities does the nurse understand to be the client's duty? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, D, E
Rationale: Clients are responsible for providing translators, accepting consequences of refusing treatment, and giving accurate medical history. Emergency stabilization is a provider duty, and payment proof is not required before care.