NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician has ordered a low-potassium diet for a client with acute glomerulonephritis. Which snack is suitable for the client with potassium restrictions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Raisins are lower in potassium compared to oranges, apricots, and bananas, making them suitable for a low-potassium diet.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse assesses a client complaining of a headache. When the nurse shines a light on the frontal and maxillary sinuses, the light does not penetrate the tissues. What is the best interpretation of this finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lack of light penetration during transillumination suggests fluid or pus in the sinuses, indicating a potential infection or obstruction.
Question 3 of 5
Which laboratory test would be the least effective in making the diagnosis of a myocardial infarction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: AST is less specific for myocardial infarction than troponin, CK-MB, or myoglobin.
Question 4 of 5
A pediatric nurse volunteers at a health screening fair. The nurse examines a patient. Which of the following findings may be indicative of type 1 diabetes and require further investigation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Type 1 diabetes presents with polyphagia, polydipsia, and polyuria (e.g., waking to urinate). Weight loss (
B) is also common, but D is the most specific.
Question 5 of 5
A 22-year-old pregnant client is diagnosed with autoimmune hemolytic anemia. The nurse anticipates immediate treatment with
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: Autoimmune hemolytic anemia in pregnancy is typically treated with corticosteroids or IVIG (containing IgG), but IgG alone isn’t administered. None of the options are correct.