NCLEX-RN
NCLEX-RN Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 26-year-old client is diagnosed with an astrocytoma, a benign brain tumor. From the nurse's knowledge of the central nervous system, the nurse knows that benign tumors:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Both a benign and a malignant tumor can displace or destroy nearby structures or increase intracranial pressure.
Question 2 of 5
The best diagnostic test for treponema pallidum is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The fluorescent treponemal antibody (FT
A) test is the most specific and sensitive for detecting Treponema pallidum (syphilis). VDRL and RPR are non-treponemal tests used for screening and Thayer-Martin culture is for gonorrhea.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of a pulmonary embolism. The client is receiving Heparin. The nurse should monitor the client for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heparin, an anticoagulant, increases bleeding risk, including bleeding gums. Hypertension, tachypnea, and fever are not directly related to heparin therapy.
Question 4 of 5
A normal 3-year-old child is suspected of having meningitis. The doctor has ordered a lumbar puncture. In light of this procedure and developmental characteristics of this age group, which nursing measure is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse should emphasize what is required to elicit cooperation and help to develop a sense of autonomy. The child may express discomfort verbally and should be encouraged to express his feelings. Selecting nonthreatening words to explain a procedure will prevent misinterpretation. When explaining the procedure to the parent with the child present, the nurse should use words that the child can understand to avoid misunderstanding.
Question 5 of 5
As the nurse assesses a male adolescent with chlamydia, the nurse determines that a sign of chlamydia is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An enlarged penis is not a sign of chlamydia. Secondary lymphadenitis is a complication of lymphogranuloma venereum. Untreated chlamydial infection can spread from the urethra, causing epididymitis, which presents as a tender, scrotal swelling. Hepatomegaly is not a complication.