NACE ii RN Entrance Review Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

NACE ii RN Entrance Review Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified Which vital sign is most important to assess first in a patient with shortness of breath? A) Blood pressure B) Respiratory rate C) Temperature D) Pulse oximetry B) Respiratory rate Which lab value is critical to monitor in a patient receiving heparin? A) Hemoglobin B) Partial thromboplastin time (PTT) C) Creatinine D) Sodium B) Partial thromboplastin time (PTT) Which assessment indicates potential hypovolemic shock? A) Bradycardia and hypertension B) Tachycardia and hypotension C) Normal pulse and elevated BP D) Low temperature and bradycardia 2 B) Tachycardia and hypotension Which intervention is priority for a patient with suspected myocardial infarction? A) Apply ice packs B) Administer oxygen and prepare for ECG C) Start IV fluids immediately D) Provide high-protein diet B) Administer oxygen and prepare for ECG Which symptom is most concerning in a post-operative patient? A) Mild incisional pain B) Saturated dressing with bright red blood C) Low-grade fever D) Mild swelling B) Saturated dressing with bright red blood Which electrolyte imbalance is most dangerous for cardiac function? A) Hypokalemia B) Hypercalcemia C) Low magnesium D) Hyponatremia A) Hypokalemia 3 Which action is priority for a patient with altered level of consciousness? A) Repositioning in bed B) Assess airway and breathing C) Administer oral fluids D) Perform range-of-motion exercises B) Assess airway and breathing Which lab test evaluates kidney function? A) AST and ALT B) Creatinine and BUN C) Hemoglobin and hematocrit D) Sodium and potassium B) Creatinine and BUN Which is the first intervention for a patient with hypoglycemia? A) Administer insulin B) Provide a fast-acting carbohydrate C) Start IV fluids D) Perform ECG B) Provide a fast-acting carbohydrate Which symptom indicates possible infection in a patient with a urinary catheter? A) Clear urine 4 B) Fever and cloudy urine C) Mild thirst D) Slight fatigue B) Fever and cloudy urine Which nursing assessment is priority for a patient with chest tube drainage? A) Dressing appearance B) Drainage amount and color C) Patient’s mood D) Dietary intake B) Drainage amount and color