NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client complains of sharp, stabbing pain in the right lower quadrant that is graded as level 8 on a scale of 10. The nurse knows that pain of this severity can best be managed using:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Morphine sulfate is the most effective for severe, acute pain due to its strong opioid properties.
Question 2 of 5
A client with an inguinal hernia asks the nurse why he should have surgery when he has had a hernia for years. The nurse understands that surgery is recommended to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Surgery is recommended for an inguinal hernia to prevent strangulation, which can lead to bowel obstruction and tissue necrosis.
Question 3 of 5
The client is taking rifampin 600 mg po daily to treat his tuberculosis. Which action by the nurse indicates understanding of the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rifampin causes orange-red discoloration of urine, a normal side effect the nurse should explain.
Question 4 of 5
Place the following metric capacity measures (in Roman numerals) in the correct position from smallest to largest. I. Deciliter II. Milliliter III. Dekaliter IV. Kiloliter. V. Hectoliter.
Order the Items
Source Container
Correct Answer: B,A,E,C,D
Rationale: The correct order from smallest to largest is: Milliliter (II), Deciliter (I), Hectoliter (V), Dekaliter (III), Kiloliter (IV), fitting the table positions with Centiliter (
A) and Liter (
B) as reference points.
Question 5 of 5
A newborn diagnosed with bilateral choanal atresia is scheduled for surgery soon after delivery. The nurse recognizes the immediate need for surgery because the newborn:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bilateral choanal atresia blocks the nasal passages, preventing nasal breathing, which is critical for newborns who are obligate nose breathers.