NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is to administer a cleansing enema to a client scheduled for colon surgery. Which client position would be appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The left Sim's position allows the enema solution to flow into the sigmoid colon by gravity, facilitating effective cleansing.
Question 2 of 5
As the nurse hangs a bag of 3-in-1 total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for a client, a family member asks what is in the bag. The nurse explains a 3-in-1 TPN solution includes
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 3-in-1 TPN contains dextrose (carbohydrates), amino acids (proteins), and lipids (fats), providing complete nutrition.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is checking the client's central venous pressure. The nurse should place the zero of the manometer at the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The phlebostatic axis (4th intercostal space, mid-axillary line) is the standard reference point for accurate central venous pressure measurement.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with rheumatoid arthritis about joint protection techniques. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: using large joints for tasks reduces stress on smaller joints, which is a key principle in joint protection
Question 5 of 5
A 28-year-old woman with Guillain-Barre syndrome has been intubated and is on mechanical ventilation due to ascending paralysis. She has become increasingly worried and upset as the day has gone on. What would be the best response by the nurse to help the woman cope?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acknowledging the client’s worry, offering support, and encouraging family presence promote emotional coping and reduce isolation. Other responses dismiss the client’s feelings or limit support.