NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 17-year-old adolescent, diagnosed with schizophrenia, is admitted by the nurse to a psychiatric facility. Which behaviors would characterize this diagnosis? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Flat affect and hallucinations are hallmark symptoms of schizophrenia. Fast speech or feeling energized may occur but are not specific to this diagnosis.
Question 2 of 5
Which early morning activity helps to reduce the symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Holding a warm cup of coffee can reduce morning stiffness in rheumatoid arthritis by providing warmth and gentle joint movement.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who will have a pulmonary function test (PFT) performed as an outpatient following hospital discharge. Which should the nurse include in his teaching on the procedure? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: Smoking cessation for 6-8 hours and withholding bronchodilators for 4-6 hours ensure accurate PFT results. Other instructions are unnecessary or incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is evaluating cerebral perfusion outcomes for a client with a subdural hematoma. The nurse evaluates which of the following as a favorable outcome for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An arterial blood gas POâ‚‚ of 98 indicates adequate oxygenation, supporting cerebral perfusion, which is a favorable outcome for a subdural hematoma.
Question 5 of 5
The client is admitted to the ER with multiple rib fractures on the right. The nurse's assessment reveals that an area over the right clavicle is puffy and that there is a 'crackling' noise with palpation. The nurse should further assess the client for which of the following problems?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The 'puffy' area and 'crackling' noise (crepitus) with palpation are classic signs of subcutaneous emphysema, where air is trapped under the skin, often due to a pneumothorax or rib fractures allowing air to escape into subcutaneous tissue.