NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Question Bank Free Questions
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Question 1 of 5
When obtaining the nursing history of a client who has diabetes mellitus, the nurse should assess the client for which of the following early symptom of renal insufficiency?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Polyuria is an early symptom of renal insufficiency in diabetes due to impaired kidney function affecting urine concentration. Oliguria, anuria, and dysuria are later or less specific.
Question 2 of 5
A therapeutic milieu is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A therapeutic milieu is a structured environment designed to promote healing and recovery through consistency, safety, and therapeutic interactions.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is NOT an essential minimal component of the teaching that occurs prior to getting an informed consent?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Essential components of informed consent include the purpose , expected outcomes , and who will perform the procedure . The specific timing is not a required minimal component.
Question 4 of 5
A client has been prescribed transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) by the primary health care provider for the relief of chronic pain. Which statement by the client would indicate to the nurse a need for further teaching regarding this pain relief measure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: It is not necessary for the client to remain in the hospital for this treatment. The TENS unit is a portable unit, and the client controls the system for relieving pain and reducing the need for analgesics. It is attached to the skin of the body by electrodes.
Question 5 of 5
A client with Alzheimer's disease is started on a low dose of lorazepam (Ativan) because of agitation and a sleep disturbance. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lorazepam, a benzodiazepine, can cause anticholinergic side effects such as dry mouth, constipation, or confusion, especially in elderly clients with Alzheimer's. Extrapyramidal effects are associated with antipsychotics, and vomiting is less common.