NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician has ordered continuous bladder irrigation for a client following a prostatectomy. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hanging the solution 2-3 feet above the abdomen ensures proper flow by gravity without excessive pressure, maintaining effective irrigation.
Question 2 of 5
In planning care for the patient with ulcerative colitis, the nurse identifies which nursing diagnosis as a priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluid volume deficit is a priority in ulcerative colitis due to frequent diarrhea, which can lead to dehydration.
Question 3 of 5
A client on the post-op floor underwent surgery 4 days ago. The night nurse reports to the nurse coming on to dayshift that the client complained all night of pain, even though she received every dose of prescribed pain medication. The client currently rates the pain at a 10 out of 10. The day shift nurse should first
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Persistent severe pain post-op suggests a complication (e.g., infection, hemorrhage). A full assessment is the priority to identify the cause before adjusting treatment.
Question 4 of 5
A pregnant woman has experienced repeated vaginal monilial infections. When educating the client about the infection, which information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Daily bathing (
A), understanding estrogen's role in yeast growth (
B), and wearing cotton panties (
C) help manage monilial infections. Panty liners (
D) may trap moisture, and avoiding panties (E) is impractical.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client following the removal of a central line catheter when the client suddenly develops dyspnea and complains of substernal chest pain. The client is noticeably confused and fearful. Based on the client's symptoms, the nurse should suspect which complication of central line use?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sudden dyspnea, chest pain, and confusion post-central line removal suggest an air embolus, a serious complication requiring immediate intervention.