NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Respiratory Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The client has been diagnosed with chronic sinusitis. Which sign/symptom alerts the nurse to a potentially life-threatening complication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nuchal rigidity (
C) suggests meningitis, a life-threatening sinusitis complication. Muscle weakness (
A) and loss of control (
D) are unrelated, and purulent sputum (
B) is more typical of respiratory infections.
Question 2 of 5
The charge nurse on a surgical floor is making assignments. Which client should be assigned to the most experienced registered nurse (RN)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Purulent drainage post-Caldwell-Luc (
C) suggests infection, requiring experienced assessment. Antral irrigation (
A), tonsillectomy refusal (
B), and antibiotics (
D) are less complex.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with a cold. Which is an example of an alternative therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vitamin C (
A) is an alternative therapy for colds, with unproven efficacy. Bedrest (
B), humidification (
C), and decongestants (
D) are standard supportive measures.
Question 4 of 5
The client diagnosed with a community-acquired pneumonia is being admitted to the medical unit. Which nursing intervention has the highest priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Obtaining sputum culture (
C) before antibiotics ensures accurate pathogen identification, a priority. Antibiotics (
A) follow, meals (
B) and weight (
D) are less urgent.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is feeding a client diagnosed with aspiration pneumonia who becomes dyspneic, begins to cough, and is turning blue. Which nursing intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dyspnea, coughing, and cyanosis suggest aspiration; turning to the side (
B) clears the airway, preventing further aspiration. Suctioning (
A), Trendelenburg (
C), and notification (
D) follow.