SAUNDERS NCLEX-RN 9TH EDITION FINAL
PAPER 2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS ALREADY PASSED
⩥ S. A nurse has received the client assignment for the day. Which client
should the nurse assess first?
a. The client who has a nasogastric tube attached to intermittent suction
b. The client who needs to receive subcutaneous insulin before breakfast
c. The client who is 2 days postoperative and is complaining of
incisional pain
d. The client who has a blood glucose level of 50 mg/dL and complaints
of blurred vision. Answer: d
(This question requires you to establish priorities by comparing the
needs of each client and deciding which need is urgent. The client
described in option 4 has a blood glucose level and symptoms reflective
of hypoglycemia. This client should be assessed first so that treatment
can be implemented. Although the clients in options 1, 2, and 3 have
needs that require assessment, they are not a priority and can wait until
the client in option 4 is stabilized.)
,⩥ S. A nurse prepares to care for a client on contact precautions who has
a hospital-acquired infection caused by methicillin-resistant
Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The client has an abdominal wound
that requires irrigation and has a tracheostomy attached to a mechanical
ventilator, which requires frequent suctioning. The nurse assembles
which of the following necessary protective items before entering the
client's room?
a. Gloves and a gown
b. Gloves, mask, and goggles
c. Gloves, mask, gown, and goggles
d. Gloves, gown, and shoe protectors. Answer: c
(This question addresses content related to protecting oneself from
contracting an infection and requires that you consider the methods of
possible transmission of infection, based on the client's condition.
Because splashes of infective material can occur during the wound
irrigation or suctioning of the tracheostomy, option 3 is correct.)
⩥ S. The nurse is choosing age-appropriate toys for a toddler. Which of
the following would be the best toy?
,a. Puzzle
b. Toy soldiers
c. Large stacking blocks
d. A card game with large pictures. Answer: c
(Toddlers like to master activities independently, such as stacking
blocks. Because toddlers do not have the developmental ability to
determine what could be harmful, toys that are safe need to be provided.
A puzzle and toy soldiers provide objects that can be placed in the mouth
and may be harmful for a toddler. A card game with large pictures may
require cooperative play, which is more appropriate for a school-age
child.)
⩥ S. A client with coronary artery disease has selected guided imagery
to help cope with psychological stress. Which of the following
statements indicates the client's understanding of this stress reduction
measure?
a. "This will work for me only if I am alone in a quiet area."
, b. "This will help only if I play music at the same time."
c. "I need to do this only when I lie down in case I fall asleep."
d. "The best thing about this is that I can use it anywhere, anytime.".
Answer: d
(Guided imagery involves the client's creation of an image in the mind,
concentrating on the image, and gradually becoming less aware of the
offending stimulus. It can be done anytime and anywhere; some clients
may use other relaxation techniques or play music with it.)
⩥ S. A client with Parkinson's disease develops akinesia while
ambulating, increasing the risk for falls. Which suggestion should the
nurse provide to the client to alleviate this problem?
a. Use a wheelchair to move around.
b. Stand erect and use a cane to ambulate.
c. Keep the feet close together while ambulating and use a walker.
d. Consciously think about walking over imaginary lines on the floor..
Answer: d
PAPER 2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS ALREADY PASSED
⩥ S. A nurse has received the client assignment for the day. Which client
should the nurse assess first?
a. The client who has a nasogastric tube attached to intermittent suction
b. The client who needs to receive subcutaneous insulin before breakfast
c. The client who is 2 days postoperative and is complaining of
incisional pain
d. The client who has a blood glucose level of 50 mg/dL and complaints
of blurred vision. Answer: d
(This question requires you to establish priorities by comparing the
needs of each client and deciding which need is urgent. The client
described in option 4 has a blood glucose level and symptoms reflective
of hypoglycemia. This client should be assessed first so that treatment
can be implemented. Although the clients in options 1, 2, and 3 have
needs that require assessment, they are not a priority and can wait until
the client in option 4 is stabilized.)
,⩥ S. A nurse prepares to care for a client on contact precautions who has
a hospital-acquired infection caused by methicillin-resistant
Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The client has an abdominal wound
that requires irrigation and has a tracheostomy attached to a mechanical
ventilator, which requires frequent suctioning. The nurse assembles
which of the following necessary protective items before entering the
client's room?
a. Gloves and a gown
b. Gloves, mask, and goggles
c. Gloves, mask, gown, and goggles
d. Gloves, gown, and shoe protectors. Answer: c
(This question addresses content related to protecting oneself from
contracting an infection and requires that you consider the methods of
possible transmission of infection, based on the client's condition.
Because splashes of infective material can occur during the wound
irrigation or suctioning of the tracheostomy, option 3 is correct.)
⩥ S. The nurse is choosing age-appropriate toys for a toddler. Which of
the following would be the best toy?
,a. Puzzle
b. Toy soldiers
c. Large stacking blocks
d. A card game with large pictures. Answer: c
(Toddlers like to master activities independently, such as stacking
blocks. Because toddlers do not have the developmental ability to
determine what could be harmful, toys that are safe need to be provided.
A puzzle and toy soldiers provide objects that can be placed in the mouth
and may be harmful for a toddler. A card game with large pictures may
require cooperative play, which is more appropriate for a school-age
child.)
⩥ S. A client with coronary artery disease has selected guided imagery
to help cope with psychological stress. Which of the following
statements indicates the client's understanding of this stress reduction
measure?
a. "This will work for me only if I am alone in a quiet area."
, b. "This will help only if I play music at the same time."
c. "I need to do this only when I lie down in case I fall asleep."
d. "The best thing about this is that I can use it anywhere, anytime.".
Answer: d
(Guided imagery involves the client's creation of an image in the mind,
concentrating on the image, and gradually becoming less aware of the
offending stimulus. It can be done anytime and anywhere; some clients
may use other relaxation techniques or play music with it.)
⩥ S. A client with Parkinson's disease develops akinesia while
ambulating, increasing the risk for falls. Which suggestion should the
nurse provide to the client to alleviate this problem?
a. Use a wheelchair to move around.
b. Stand erect and use a cane to ambulate.
c. Keep the feet close together while ambulating and use a walker.
d. Consciously think about walking over imaginary lines on the floor..
Answer: d
