NCLEX-RN
NCLEX Practice Test RN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician has scheduled a Whipple procedure for a client with pancreatic cancer. The nurse recognizes that the client's cancer is located in:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy) is performed for cancer in the head of the pancreas, removing the head, duodenum, and other structures. Tail or body cancers require different surgeries.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of a stroke is being taught to use a cane. The nurse should teach the client to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The cane should be used on the weak side to support the affected leg, improving balance and gait post-stroke. Holding it in the strong hand or advancing with the strong leg is incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of cirrhosis. Which dietary restriction is most important?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low sodium is critical in cirrhosis to reduce fluid retention and ascites caused by portal hypertension and hypoalbuminemia. Protein is moderated but not severely restricted, and fat and carbohydrates are less critical.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is performing discharge teaching on a client at high risk for the development of skin cancer. Which instruction should be included in the client teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wearing sunscreen protects against UV radiation, a key skin cancer risk factor. Regular checkups (
A) are less specific, sunbathing at peak hours (
B) increases risk, and routine mole removal (
C) is excessive.
Question 5 of 5
A client is receiving peritoneal dialysis. He has been taught to warm the dialyzing fluid prior to instilling it because:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Instilling a cool solution does not significantly lower the body temperature during peritoneal dialysis. Warmed solution does help dilate the peritoneal blood vessels, facilitating the exchange of fluids. Warming the dialysate does not decrease the risk of peritoneal infection. Sterile technique decreases this risk. Relaxing the abdominal muscles does not facilitate peritoneal dialysis.