NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following findings would be expected in the infant with biliary atresia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Biliary atresia causes abdominal distention due to bile accumulation and poor weight gain due to malabsorption.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) about energy conservation techniques. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: pacing activities and resting as needed conserves energy and reduces fatigue in COPD
Question 3 of 5
The nurse caring for clients with coronary artery disease recognizes which one of the following as a modifiable risk factor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An elevated LDL level (180 mg/dL) is modifiable through diet, exercise, and medication, unlike family history, race, or gender, which are non-modifiable.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching the client regarding use of sodium warfarin. Which statement made by the client would require further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aspirin increases bleeding risk when taken with warfarin, indicating a need for further teaching to avoid this combination.
Question 5 of 5
A client is to be discharged with a tracheostomy. Which of the following should the nurse most stress when educating the client about home management? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Pulmonary hygiene (
B) and tracheostomy care (
D) are critical to prevent infections and maintain airway patency. Bowel care (
A), supplements (
C), and exercise (E) are secondary.