NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When providing care for a client with pancreatitis, the nurse would anticipate which of the following orders?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pancreatitis often requires an NG tube with suction to reduce gastric secretions and pancreatic stimulation, aiding in symptom management.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with diabetes mellitus, type 1. Which of the following signs and symptoms are indicative of diabetic ketoacidosis? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,F
Rationale: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DK
A) is characterized by polyuria (
B), hyperventilation (C, Kussmaul respirations), polydipsia (
D), and abdominal pain (F) due to hyperglycemia and acidosis. Increased appetite (
A) and hypertension (E) are not typical DKA symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse recognizes that which of the following would be most appropriate to wear when providing direct care to a client with a cough?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A mask is the most appropriate PPE to prevent transmission of respiratory infections from a client with a cough, as it protects against droplet spread.
Question 4 of 5
A client complains of sharp, stabbing pain in the right lower quadrant that is graded as level 8 on a scale of 10. The nurse knows that pain of this severity can best be managed using:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Morphine sulfate is the most effective for severe, acute pain due to its strong opioid properties.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse identifies ventricular tachycardia on the heart monitor. The nurse should immediately:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ventricular tachycardia requires immediate treatment with an antiarrhythmic like lidocaine to restore normal rhythm.