NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What clinical manifestation is most indicative of possible carbon monoxide poisoning?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cherry red mucous membranes are a hallmark of carbon monoxide poisoning due to carboxyhemoglobin formation, which gives tissues a bright red appearance.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected diverticulitis. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: fever and left lower quadrant pain are common in diverticulitis due to inflammation in the sigmoid colon
Question 3 of 5
The client using a diaphragm should be instructed to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Surgery, especially pelvic or abdominal, can alter pelvic anatomy, requiring the diaphragm to be resized for effective contraception.
Question 4 of 5
A client with primary sclerosing cholangitis has received a liver transplant. The nurse should give priority to assessing the client for complications. Which findings are associated with an acute rejection of the new liver?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increased jaundice and prolonged prothrombin time indicate liver dysfunction, consistent with acute liver transplant rejection.
Question 5 of 5
The 5-year-old is being tested for enterobiasis (pinworms). To collect a specimen for assessment of pinworms, the nurse should teach the mother to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The tape test, applied to the perianal area at night or early morning, is the standard method to collect pinworm eggs.