NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which selection would provide the most calcium for the client who is 4 months pregnant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Yogurt is a rich source of calcium, essential for fetal bone development during pregnancy.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has just administered an IM injection to a client. In which of the following ways should the nurse dispose of the needle?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Needles should be disposed of immediately in a puncture-resistant container in the client’s room to minimize sharps injury risk.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of warfarin (Coumadin) to a client. The client’s international normalized ratio (INR) is 4.5. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: an INR of 4.5 is above the therapeutic range (2.0–3.0), indicating a risk of bleeding; the dose should be withheld and the physician notified
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is a correctly stated nursing diagnosis for a client with abruptio placentae?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: abruptio placenta is premature separation of a normally implanted placenta leading to hemorrhage; fluid volume deficit is a major nursing concern with these clients
Question 5 of 5
A client with chest pain is scheduled for a heart catheterization. Which of the following would the nurse include in the client's care plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: During heart catheterization, the client may be asked to cough or breathe deeply to facilitate dye movement or assess respiratory response, a key part of preparation.