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 with iron-deficiency anemia is taking an oral iron supplement. The nurse should tell the client to take the medication with:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Orange juice, rich in vitamin C, enhances the absorption of oral iron supplements.
Question 3 of 5
The most appropriate means of rehydration of a 7-month-old with diarrhea and mild dehydration is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oral rehydration therapy with electrolyte solutions is the standard for mild dehydration in infants, as it effectively restores fluid and electrolyte balance.
Question 4 of 5
The mother of a 24-month-old child tells the nurse that she is concerned that her child's language abilities are delayed. Which of the following language milestones does the nurse expect the child to exhibit?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A 24-month-old should understand about 300 words and use two- to three-word sentences (
A). Other options (B, C,
D) describe earlier developmental stages.
Question 5 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.