NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 3-year-old child had a PPD skin test 2 days ago. When the mother brings the child back to the clinic to have the nurse check the results, the nurse notes a 10 mm area of induration. This is considered
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 10 mm induration 48-72 hours post-PPD is positive in children, indicating TB exposure, especially in high-risk groups.
Question 2 of 5
The client is admitted for evaluation of aggressive behavior and diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder. A key part of the care of such clients is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Setting realistic limits helps manage the manipulative and impulsive behaviors common in antisocial personality disorder, promoting safety and structure.
Question 3 of 5
A client with bipolar disorder is discharged with a prescription for Depakote (divalproex sodium). The nurse should remind the client of the need for:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Depakote requires regular lab monitoring (e.g., liver function, platelet counts) to detect potential side effects like hepatotoxicity or thrombocytopenia.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with C. diff. The client has soiled the bed and the nurse is preparing to change it. Which action by the nurse is correct in regard to handling soiled linens that have been exposed to C. diff?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: C. diff-contaminated linens should be placed in a regular dirty linen bag, as they are processed with high-temperature washing to kill spores, not treated as biohazard waste.
Question 5 of 5
The client is receiving heparin for thrombophlebitis of the left lower extremity. Which of the following drugs reverses the effects of heparin?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Protamine sulfate neutralizes heparin's anticoagulant effect.