NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 6-month-old is hospitalized with symptoms of botulism. What aspect of the infant's history is associated with Clostridium botulinum infection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Honey can contain Clostridium botulinum spores, which are a common cause of infant botulism in children under 12 months, as their digestive systems cannot eliminate the spores.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) for discharge home. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: AIDS patients cannot donate blood due to HIV transmission risk. Public activities and restrooms pose minimal risk, and sharing serving dishes is safe if not directly contaminated.
Question 3 of 5
The client is seen in the clinic for treatment of migraine headaches. The drug Imitrex (sumatriptan succinate) is prescribed for the client. Which of the following in the client's history should be reported to the doctor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prinzmetal's angina is a contraindication for sumatriptan due to the risk of coronary vasospasm, and this should be reported to the doctor.
Question 4 of 5
A 32-year-old male client has just undergone a liver biopsy and is released to the post-op floor for observation. The nurse should have the client lie in what position?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lying on the right side applies pressure to the liver biopsy site, reducing bleeding risk.
Question 5 of 5
To maintain Bryant's traction, the nurse must make certain that the child's:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bryant's traction requires hips slightly elevated and legs at a right angle to the bed to maintain alignment and traction.