NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions with Answers Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should instruct the client prescribed docusate to monitor for which intended effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Docusate is a stool softener that promotes absorption of water into the stool, producing a softer consistency of stool. The intended effect is relief or prevention of constipation. The medication does not relieve abdominal pain, relieve heartburn, or decrease the amount of fat in the stools.
Question 2 of 5
A client with acute stress disorder is telling the nurse about the tornado that leveled his house and killed his wife and baby while he was out of town on business. He states, 'If only I'd been at home, I could have saved them.' Which of the following responses would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acknowledging the uncontrollable nature of the tornado helps the client process guilt rationally, supporting coping with acute stress disorder.
Question 3 of 5
Conflicts, according to Lewin, include which types of conflict? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,F,G
Rationale: According to Lewin's conflict theory, the types of conflict include Avoidance-Avoidance , Approach-Approach , Double Approach-Avoidance (F), and Approach-Avoidance (G). Conceptualization, resolvable, and unresolvable conflicts are not part of Lewin's framework.
Question 4 of 5
A 10-year-old child with asthma is prescribed an albuterol inhaler. The nurse should teach the child to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after using an albuterol inhaler prevents oral irritation and reduces the risk of thrush, especially if used with a corticosteroid.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is conducting a prostate screening clinic. Which sign of prostatism should the nurse question each client about?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Signs of prostatism that may be reported to the nurse are reduced force and size of urinary stream, intermittent stream, hesitancy in beginning the flow of urine, inability to stop urinating quickly, a sensation of incomplete bladder emptying after voiding, and an increase in episodes of nocturia. These symptoms are the result of pressure of the enlarging prostate on the client's urethra.