NCLEX-RN
Basic Adult Health Care NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 90-year-old male complains of feeling cold in his room even though the thermostat is set at 75°F (24°C). The client probably feels cold because older adults have:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Older adults have reduced thermoregulation due to decreased subcutaneous fat, vascular changes, and slower metabolic rate, making them feel colder.
Question 2 of 5
When preparing a client for discharge from the hospital after a total knee replacement, the nurse should include which of the following information in the discharge plan? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reporting infection signs is critical to prevent complications. Elevating the leg when sitting and keeping stockings on reduce swelling and thrombosis risk.
Question 3 of 5
A client has been in an automobile accident and the nurse is assessing the client for possible pneumothorax. The nurse should assess the client for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sudden, sharp chest pain is a hallmark of pneumothorax due to pleural irritation. Wheezing, hemoptysis, and cyanosis are less specific or occur later.
Question 4 of 5
A client with end-stage cancer is receiving morphine for pain. The family is concerned about addiction. The nurse should explain that:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In terminal illness, addiction is not a concern, as the priority is pain control to ensure comfort, and this explanation reassures the family.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client for a bone scan to evaluate bone health. Which instruction is appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drinking water post-scan helps flush the radioactive tracer used in a bone scan.