NCLEX-RN
Mock NCLEX RN Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of gout about dietary modifications. Which food should the client avoid?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shellfish are high in purines, which increase uric acid levels, worsening gout. Apples, carrots, and rice are low-purine foods and safe.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of type 2 diabetes. The nurse should expect the client to have:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Type 2 diabetes causes hyperglycemia, leading to polyuria due to osmotic diuresis.
Question 3 of 5
Which client should be assigned to the nursing assistant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The elderly client four days post-thyroidectomy is stable and suitable for a nursing assistant’s care (e.g., basic hygiene, ambulation). The other clients require skilled nursing due to critical conditions (cervical fracture, meningitis, recent thoracotomy).
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of chronic renal failure is receiving hemodialysis. Which assessment finding indicates a complication during dialysis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypotension during dialysis suggests fluid removal too rapid or disequilibrium syndrome, a serious complication. Fatigue (
A), headache (
C), and stable weight (
D) are less concerning.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of gestational hypertension. Which symptom is most characteristic?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypertension (BP ≥140/90) is the defining symptom of gestational hypertension. Proteinuria indicates preeclampsia and fetal macrosomia or painful bleeding are unrelated.