NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 14-year-old client has been diagnosed with celiac disease after a long history of diarrhea, anemia, and weight loss. What type of diet does the nurse anticipate the client will require?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Celiac disease requires a gluten-free diet (
D) to prevent intestinal damage. Other diets (A, B,
C) are not specific to celiac.
Question 2 of 5
An end-of-life client receiving home hospice care states he no longer wants to eat. The nurse should
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In hospice care, respecting the client’s autonomy is key. Accepting the decision to stop eating and focusing on comfort aligns with end-of-life care principles.
Question 3 of 5
A camp nurse is applying sunscreen to a group of children enrolled in swim classes. Chemical sunscreens are most effective when applied:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chemical sunscreens require 30 minutes to absorb into the skin and provide effective UV protection.
Question 4 of 5
The doctor has prescribed Cortone (cortisone) for a client with systemic lupus erythematosis. Which instruction should be given to the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cortisone can cause weight gain and appetite changes, which should be monitored in SLE to manage side effects.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following signs and symptoms would a nurse expect when examining a 22-year-old female with secondary syphilis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Secondary syphilis presents with a non-itchy rash, often on the palms and soles. Chancres are primary syphilis, and skin tumors are tertiary syphilis.