NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician has ordered a low-residue diet for a client with Crohn's disease. Which food is not permitted in a low-residue diet?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fried fish is high in fat and residue, which can exacerbate symptoms in Crohn's disease; low-residue diets emphasize easily digestible foods.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has received report on the day's assigned clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tingling around the mouth after an antibiotic suggests an allergic reaction, potentially anaphylaxis, requiring immediate assessment.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is conducting a physical assessment on a client with anemia. Which of the following clinical manifestations would be most indicative of the anemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tachypnea (respirations 28 shallow) is a common sign of anemia due to reduced oxygen-carrying capacity, prompting compensatory increased respiratory rate.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is evaluating nutritional outcomes for a client with anorexia nervosa. Which one of the following is the most objective favorable outcome for the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weight gain is the most objective and measurable outcome for anorexia nervosa, indicating improved nutritional status and progress toward recovery.
Question 5 of 5
A 54-year-old female is brought into the ED by her spouse. The client's spouse tells the nurse the client has been experiencing muscle stiffness, increased perspiration, and anxiety. The nurse obtains bloodwork as ordered by the physician, including a complete blood count and a comprehensive metabolic panel. For which result should the nurse immediately notify the physician?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypocalcemia (calcium 7.2 mg/dL, normal 8.5–10.2) can cause muscle stiffness and anxiety, requiring immediate notification. Other results are normal.