NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Tests Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is being evaluated for carpel tunnel syndrome. The nurse is observed tapping over the median nerve in the wrist and asking the client if there is pain or tingling. Which assessment is the nurse performing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tinel's sign involves tapping over the median nerve to elicit pain or tingling, indicating carpal tunnel syndrome. Phalen's maneuver involves wrist flexion, and the others assess meningitis.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse caring for a client scheduled for an angiogram should prepare the client for the procedure by telling him to expect:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A warm sensation is commonly experienced during an angiogram due to the injection of contrast dye.
Question 3 of 5
The client is having electroconvulsive therapy for treatment of severe depression. Prior to the ECT the nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Applying a blood pressure cuff allows monitoring of vital signs during ECT, which is a standard safety measure.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse recognizes that if eaten by a client, which food can alter results when stool is checked for occult blood?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Beef contains heme, which can cause a false-positive result in a fecal occult blood test. Other foods listed do not typically interfere.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for an elderly client who presents to the ED with poor appetite, confusion, and weakness. Lab work is ordered for the client. The nurse should immediately notify the health care provider for which lab result?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Severe hyponatremia (sodium 118 mEq/L) can cause confusion and weakness and requires immediate provider notification. Other values are within normal ranges.