NCLEX-RN EXAM REVIEW WITH ACCURATE SOLUTIONS
When selecting an NCLEX answer or determining the order of priority what should you remember or use
and what is the exception? - Correct Answer - Use the ABC rule: Airway breathing, and circulation. The
exception to the rule is with actual CPR, use C-A-B for CPR. Also remember safety first and acute before
chronic. If the pt. is not in distress then you assess. If the pt is in distress then you should do something.
If the pt has diaphorisis you should always do something.
How should you address questions related to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - Correct Answer - Address
physiological needs first, followed by safety and security needs, love and belonging needs, self esteem
needs and finally self actualization needs. *When a physiological need is not addressed in the question,
look for the option that addresses safety.
If a question is related to the nursing process, read the question to determine the step of the nursing
process. What are the steps in the nursing process and what kind of question might be related to that
step. - Correct Answer - Assessment question address the gathering and verification of data.
Analysis questions require the nurse to: interpret data, collect additional information, identify and
communicate nursing diagnoses and determine the health team's ability to meet the pts needs.
Planning questions ask about determining, prioritizing, and modifying outcomes of care.
Implementation questions reflect the management and organization of care and the assignment and
delegation of tasks. Be prepared for questions on client teaching.
Evaluation questions focus on comparing the actual outcomes of care with the expected outcomes and
on communicating and documenting findings.
What are the normal ranges for H&H? What are the nursing implications - Correct Answer - Hemoglobin
- Male 14-18 Female 12-16 Newborn 14-24