NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The unit nurse is teaching a nursing student about increased intracranial pressure (ICP). The nurse knows the teaching was effective if the student nurse makes which statement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Late ICP signs include Cushing’s triad: increased systolic BP, widened pulse pressure, and bradycardia, reflecting brainstem compression.
Question 2 of 5
A client is admitted with sickle cell crises and sequestration. Upon assessing the client, the nurse would expect to find:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sickle cell crisis with sequestration can lead to hypovolemia due to blood pooling in organs, resulting in decreased blood pressure.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is planning dietary changes for a client following an episode of acute pancreatitis. Which diet is suitable for the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A high-calorie, low-fat diet is suitable post-acute pancreatitis to support recovery while minimizing pancreatic stimulation.
Question 4 of 5
If a nurse accidentally punctures a finger with a needle after withdrawing blood from a client, which of the following actions should be carried out first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Washing the puncture with soap and water (
B) is the first step to reduce infection risk. Other actions (A, C,
D) follow.
Question 5 of 5
A client taking Dilantin (phenytoin) for tonic-clonic seizures is preparing for discharge. Which information should be included in the client's discharge care plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Phenytoin requires regular blood work to monitor levels and prevent toxicity, which can cause side effects like gingival hyperplasia.