NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 23-year-old man is admitted with a subdural hematoma and cerebral edema after a motorcycle accident. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse expect to see INITIALLY?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: may be confused and stuporous
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing a 73-year-old client for cataract surgery on the left eye. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stopping Coumadin without medical guidance is unsafe, as it may increase clotting risk, indicating a need for further teaching.
Question 3 of 5
Upon arrival in the nursery, erythomycin eyedrops are applied to the newborn's eyes. The nurse understands that the medication will:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Erythromycin eyedrops are used to prevent neonatal conjunctivitis, which can lead to blindness, particularly from gonorrhea or chlamydia exposure.
Question 4 of 5
A client with B negative blood requires a blood transfusion during surgery. If no B negative blood is available, the client should be transfused with:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: O negative blood is the universal donor type, safe for transfusion in emergencies when B negative blood is unavailable.
Question 5 of 5
A client with diabetes insipidus is receiving DDAVP (desmopressin acetate). Which lab finding indicates that the medication is having its intended effect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Desmopressin increases water reabsorption, concentrating urine; a urine specific gravity of 1.020 indicates effective treatment.