NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse knows which of the following body systems is responsible for the production of somatostatin?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Somatostatin is produced by the gastrointestinal system (e.g., pancreas and stomach) to regulate digestion and hormone release.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is educating a client about lifestyle modifications to manage hypertension. Which of the following modifications should the nurse recommend? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,F
Rationale: Hypertension management includes regular aerobic exercise (
B), the DASH diet (
C), weight loss (
D), and smoking cessation (F). Limiting fluids (
A) is not standard, and moderate alcohol (E) is acceptable.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing the deep tendon reflexes of a client with preeclampsia. Which method is used to elicit the biceps reflex?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The biceps reflex is elicited by placing the thumb on the biceps tendon in the antecubital space and tapping it with a reflex hammer.
Question 4 of 5
A client with heart failure has been prescribed the DASH diet (dietary approaches to stop hypertension) and must limit sodium intake to 2300 mg per day. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further education?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stopping added salt (
A) is insufficient; the DASH diet requires limiting processed foods and monitoring total sodium. Dairy (
B), vegetables/fruits (
C), and meat limits (
D) are correct.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of lisinopril (Zestril) to a client with hypertension. The client’s blood pressure is 100/60 mmHg. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor