NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 32-year-old woman comes into the clinic for a well-woman exam and asks for information on an intrauterine device (IUD) for contraception. The nurse should explain that all of the following are potential risks EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: IUD risks include pelvic infections, abnormal bleeding, and ectopic pregnancy. Stroke is not a recognized risk associated with IUD use.
Question 2 of 5
While obtaining information about the client's current medication use, the nurse learns that the client takes ginkgo to improve mental alertness. The nurse should tell the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ginkgo can increase bleeding risk by affecting platelet function, so clients should report signs of bruising or bleeding to their physician.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is performing an initial assessment of a newborn Caucasian male delivered at 32 weeks gestation. The nurse can expect to find the presence of:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Head lag is expected in a preterm newborn at 32 weeks due to underdeveloped neck muscle strength.
Question 4 of 5
A client diagnosed with lung cancer asks the nurse what the term MO refers to. The nurse says that MO means
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In cancer staging, M0 indicates no distant metastasis, per TNM classification.
Question 5 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.