NCLEX-RN EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST STUDY GUIDE
2026/2027 LATEST UPDATE
Increased pH & decreased CO2. Hyperventalation, Lethargy, lightheadedness,
confusion, tachycardia, dysrhythmias related to hypokalemia, nausea, vomiting,
epigastric pain, numbness
& tingling of extremities. Hyperventilation (tachypnea) occurs. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Respiratory alkalotic
Sample for PT & INR level to determine anticoagulation status & risk for
bleeding - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Warfarin
(Coumadin)
aPTT monitors the effects. Anticoagulant used most often during hemodialysis.
Monitors extent
of anticoagulation checking PTT, which is appropriate measure heparin effect.
Protamine sulfate
is antidote. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Heparin
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,Dark green leafy vegetables good source iron, oranges are a good source of
vitamin C, which
enhances iron absorption. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Iron deficiency anemia
foods in diet:
May lack B12 in diet. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Vegans
Include fruits & vegetables - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Low sodium foods:
Highly processed or refined foods (tomato soup, instant oatmeal),
Saltwater fish & shellfish.
Smoked foods, - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>High
Sodium foods:
Water, bouillon, clear broth, carbonated beverages, gelatin, hard candy,
lemonade, ice pops, and
regular or decaffeinated coffee or tea. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Clear liquid diet:
Pulling, Vegetable juice, Pureed vegetables, plain ice cream, sherbet, breakfast
drinks, milk, pudding & custard, soups that are strained, refined cooked cereals, &
strained vegetable juices. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Full liquid diet:
Pork products rich in this vitamin. Other good food sources include nuts, whole
grain cereals, &
legumes. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>High
Thiamine foods
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,On the left side, with the head lower than the feet. This position used to minimize
effect of air traveling as a bolus to lungs by trapping it in right side of heart. -
CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Suspects air embolism. Should immediately place client in which
position?
Assess for known allergies to eggs to prevent anaphylaxis. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Fat
emulsion
(lipids)
Signs include excessive thirst, fatigue, restlessness, confusion, weakness,
Kussmaul's respirations, diuresis, & coma when severe. If has these symptoms,
blood glucose level should be checked immediately. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Hyperglycemia:
Temperature and weight: Temperature monitored to detect infection, potential
complication of therapy. Infection also could result in sepsis because catheter in
blood vessel. Weight monitored
for effectiveness nutritional therapy & detect hypervolemia. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Parenteral nutrition; PN monitor
Burns, exacerbation Crohn's disease, persistent nausea & vomiting due to
chemotherapy. Had extensive surgery, multiple fractures, are septic, have
advanced cancer or AIDS. (Electronic infusion pump used to administer) -
CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Parenteral nutrition; Patients needing
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, 10% dextrose in water until new PN solution becomes available. -
CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Parenteral nutrition; If PN bag
empty hang
IV dislodged from vein & is lying in subcutaneous tissue. Pallor, coolness, &
swelling are results
of IV fluid being deposited in tissue. Corrective action is remove catheter & start
new IV line at another site. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Infiltrated IV
Discomfort at site, redness, warmth, & swelling proximal to catheter. If phlebitis
occurs, discontinue IV line & insert new IV line at different site. Apply warm
moist compresses to area speed resolution of inflammation. Notify (HCP).
Document occurrence, actions taken, & client response. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Phlebitis at IV site:
Produces a rash, redness, & itching. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>An allergic reaction
at IV site:
Characterized by ecchymosis, swelling, & leakage at IV insertion site, as well as
hard & painful
lumps at site. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Hematoma
Dyspnea, a swollen tongue, & cyanosis. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Hypersensitivity
reaction:
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CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST STUDY GUIDE
2026/2027 LATEST UPDATE
Increased pH & decreased CO2. Hyperventalation, Lethargy, lightheadedness,
confusion, tachycardia, dysrhythmias related to hypokalemia, nausea, vomiting,
epigastric pain, numbness
& tingling of extremities. Hyperventilation (tachypnea) occurs. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Respiratory alkalotic
Sample for PT & INR level to determine anticoagulation status & risk for
bleeding - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Warfarin
(Coumadin)
aPTT monitors the effects. Anticoagulant used most often during hemodialysis.
Monitors extent
of anticoagulation checking PTT, which is appropriate measure heparin effect.
Protamine sulfate
is antidote. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Heparin
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,Dark green leafy vegetables good source iron, oranges are a good source of
vitamin C, which
enhances iron absorption. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Iron deficiency anemia
foods in diet:
May lack B12 in diet. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Vegans
Include fruits & vegetables - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Low sodium foods:
Highly processed or refined foods (tomato soup, instant oatmeal),
Saltwater fish & shellfish.
Smoked foods, - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>High
Sodium foods:
Water, bouillon, clear broth, carbonated beverages, gelatin, hard candy,
lemonade, ice pops, and
regular or decaffeinated coffee or tea. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Clear liquid diet:
Pulling, Vegetable juice, Pureed vegetables, plain ice cream, sherbet, breakfast
drinks, milk, pudding & custard, soups that are strained, refined cooked cereals, &
strained vegetable juices. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Full liquid diet:
Pork products rich in this vitamin. Other good food sources include nuts, whole
grain cereals, &
legumes. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>High
Thiamine foods
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,On the left side, with the head lower than the feet. This position used to minimize
effect of air traveling as a bolus to lungs by trapping it in right side of heart. -
CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Suspects air embolism. Should immediately place client in which
position?
Assess for known allergies to eggs to prevent anaphylaxis. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Fat
emulsion
(lipids)
Signs include excessive thirst, fatigue, restlessness, confusion, weakness,
Kussmaul's respirations, diuresis, & coma when severe. If has these symptoms,
blood glucose level should be checked immediately. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Hyperglycemia:
Temperature and weight: Temperature monitored to detect infection, potential
complication of therapy. Infection also could result in sepsis because catheter in
blood vessel. Weight monitored
for effectiveness nutritional therapy & detect hypervolemia. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Parenteral nutrition; PN monitor
Burns, exacerbation Crohn's disease, persistent nausea & vomiting due to
chemotherapy. Had extensive surgery, multiple fractures, are septic, have
advanced cancer or AIDS. (Electronic infusion pump used to administer) -
CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Parenteral nutrition; Patients needing
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, 10% dextrose in water until new PN solution becomes available. -
CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Parenteral nutrition; If PN bag
empty hang
IV dislodged from vein & is lying in subcutaneous tissue. Pallor, coolness, &
swelling are results
of IV fluid being deposited in tissue. Corrective action is remove catheter & start
new IV line at another site. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Infiltrated IV
Discomfort at site, redness, warmth, & swelling proximal to catheter. If phlebitis
occurs, discontinue IV line & insert new IV line at different site. Apply warm
moist compresses to area speed resolution of inflammation. Notify (HCP).
Document occurrence, actions taken, & client response. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Phlebitis at IV site:
Produces a rash, redness, & itching. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>An allergic reaction
at IV site:
Characterized by ecchymosis, swelling, & leakage at IV insertion site, as well as
hard & painful
lumps at site. - CORRECT
ANSWER>>>>Hematoma
Dyspnea, a swollen tongue, & cyanosis. - CORRECT ANSWER>>>>Hypersensitivity
reaction:
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