NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician prescribes regular insulin, 5 units subcutaneous. Regular insulin begins to exert an effect:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regular insulin has an onset of 30-60 minutes when given subcutaneously.
Question 2 of 5
A client has returned from surgery after removal of a tumor of the colon and creation of a temporary colostomy. She refuses to take a deep breath and cough then refuses to turn. Which of the following should the nurse assess first in trying to understand her lack of cooperation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pain (
D) is the most likely reason for refusing to cough or turn post-surgery, as these actions can exacerbate discomfort. Assessing pain first guides appropriate interventions. Delirium (
A), vital signs (
B), and oxygen saturation (
C) are secondary.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is making assignments for the day. The staff consists of an RN, a novice RN, an LPN, and a nursing assistant. Which client should be assigned to the RN?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client with an esophageal tamponade requires complex monitoring and intervention, best suited for an experienced RN.
Question 4 of 5
A client is transferred to the intensive care unit following a conornary artery bypass graft. Which one of the post-surgical assessments should be reported to the physician?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A central venous pressure of 15 mmHâ‚‚O is elevated, indicating potential fluid overload or cardiac issues, requiring reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A client diagnosed with lung cancer asks the nurse what the term MO refers to. The nurse says that MO means
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In cancer staging, M0 indicates no distant metastasis, per TNM classification.