NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician has ordered that a client recovering from back surgery be logrolled. The client has a draw sheet in place, and the nurse and an assistant are positioned with one on each side of the bed. Place the steps to logrolling (Roman numerals) in the correct sequence from first to last.
Correct Answer: D,B,A,C
Rationale: Logrolling sequence: Cross arms (IV) to secure them, place pillow between knees (II) for alignment, roll patient (I), then place pillows along back (III) for support.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is admitting a client with a suspected duodenal ulcer. The client will most likely report that his abdominal discomfort decreases when he:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Eating a meal or snack neutralizes stomach acid, temporarily relieving discomfort in duodenal ulcers.
Question 3 of 5
The client is admitted to the unit. A vaginal exam reveals that she is 3cm dilated. Which of the following statements would the nurse expect her to make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: At 3 cm dilation (early labor), clients often inquire about pain relief options like an epidural.
Question 4 of 5
A client with schizoaffective disorder is exhibiting Parkinsonian symptoms. Which medication is responsible for the development of Parkinsonian symptoms?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Zyprexa, an antipsychotic, can cause extrapyramidal symptoms like Parkinsonism due to dopamine receptor blockade.
Question 5 of 5
The transverse plane
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The transverse plane divides the body horizontally into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) sections.