NCLEX-RN
NCLEX Practice Test RN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a history of osteoarthritis about exercise. The nurse should tell the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Low-impact activities like swimming reduce joint stress in osteoarthritis, improving mobility and reducing pain.
Question 2 of 5
Before completing a nursing diagnosis, the nurse must first:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessment is the first step of nursing process.
Question 3 of 5
A client with an abdominal aortic aneurysm is admitted in preparation for surgery. Which finding should be reported to the doctor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A WBC of 14,000 cu.mm indicates possible infection or inflammation, which is concerning pre-surgery and should be reported. Abdominal bruit and lower back pain are expected with an abdominal aortic aneurysm, and a platelet count of 175,000 is normal.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer oral potassium chloride to an elderly client. Which action should the nurse take before administering the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Potassium chloride can worsen renal function in elderly clients. Checking the creatinine level assesses kidney function to ensure safe administration. Glucose hypocalcemia and withholding food are not directly related to potassium administration.
Question 5 of 5
The client has surgery for removal of a prolactinoma. Which of the following interventions would be appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: After prolactinoma surgery (transsphenoidal hypophysectomy) elevating the head of the bed 30° reduces intracranial pressure and prevents cerebrospinal fluid leakage. Trendelenburg position coughing and nose blowing may increase pressure or disrupt the surgical site.