NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 4-year-old is scheduled for a routine tonsillectomy. Which of the following lab findings should be reported to the doctor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A white blood cell count of 16,000 suggests infection or inflammation, which should be reported before surgery.
Question 2 of 5
A client experienced a major burn over 55% of his body 36 hours ago. The client is restless and anxious, and states, 'I am in pain.' There is a physician prescription for intravenous morphine. The nurse's first action would be to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing respirations is critical before administering morphine, as opioids can cause respiratory depression, especially in a burn client with potential airway compromise.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer levofloxacin (Levaquin) 400 mg orally to a client with a urinary tract infection. Which statement by the client requires further teaching by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antacids can reduce levofloxacin absorption and should be taken at least 2 hours apart. Other statements are correct.
Question 4 of 5
If a client weighs 132 lb and has a caloric requirement of 28 calories per kg of body weight per day, what is the number of calories that the client needs each day to maintain body weight? Record your answer using a whole number.
Correct Answer: 1680
Rationale: Weight = 132 lb/ 2.2 = 60 kg. Calories = 60 kg X 28 cal/kg = 1,680 calories/day.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is working with another nurse and a patient care assistant. Which of the following clients should be assigned to the registered nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A post-thoracotomy patient requires RN monitoring for respiratory complications.