NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the lab results of a client's arterial blood gases. The $\mathrm{PaCO}_2$ indicates effective functioning of the:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PaCO2 reflects lung function, as the lungs regulate carbon dioxide levels through ventilation; abnormal levels indicate respiratory issues.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative day 1 following a total hip replacement. Which of the following positions should the nurse AVOID placing the client in?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: prone position with legs adducted can cause hip dislocation; abduction is maintained post-hip replacement
Question 3 of 5
The nurse enters a client's room and finds him lying on the floor. The client says to the nurse, 'I fell because I was trying to go to the bathroom and no one answered my call light.' Which of the following actions by the nurse are correct? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: All actions are appropriate: assist the client safely, assess for injuries, notify the provider, complete an incident report, and document the fall to ensure proper care and follow-up.
Question 4 of 5
A client is admitted with a blood alcohol level of 180 mg/dL. The nurse recognizes that the alcohol in the client's system should be fully metabolized within:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A blood alcohol level of 180 mg/dL (0.18%) typically takes about 9 hours to metabolize, assuming a metabolism rate of 0.02% per hour.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is creating a discharge plan for a client with cholecystitis. The nurse should encourage the client to follow
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low-fat diet reduces gallbladder stimulation and prevents cholecystitis flare-ups. Potassium, B12, and phosphorus are not directly related to cholecystitis management.