NCLEX-RN
Basic Adult Health Care NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 62-year-old male is dying from metastatic lung cancer, and all treatments have been discontinued. The client's breathing pattern is labored, with gurgling. The client's wife asks the nurse, 'Can't you do something to help with his breathing?' Which of the following is the nurse's best response in this situation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Repositioning, elevating the head of the bed, and using a cool compress can alleviate labored breathing and gurgling (death rattle) in a dying client, providing comfort without invasive measures.
Question 2 of 5
A client with angina has been taking nifedipine. The nurse should teach the client to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nifedipine, a calcium channel blocker, can cause gingival hyperplasia. Daily gum inspection helps detect this side effect early.
Question 3 of 5
Which fluid is best for a client with renal calculi?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Water increases urine volume, reducing stone formation risk.
Question 4 of 5
When planning to move a person with a possible spinal cord injury, the nurse should direct the team to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Immobilizing the head and neck prevents exacerbation of a spinal cord injury during movement.
Question 5 of 5
What is the nurse's best response to a client with MS experiencing fatigue?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Scheduling rest periods helps manage fatigue while supporting activity in multiple sclerosis.