NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is admitted with suspected Hodgkin's lymphoma. The diagnosis is confirmed by the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hodgkin's lymphoma is diagnosed by the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells in lymph node biopsy, a hallmark of the disease.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is recovering from a fractured femur. Which diet selection would be best for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A diet for fracture recovery needs protein, calcium, and vitamin C. Mandarin orange salad (vitamin
C), broiled chicken (protein), and milk (calcium) (
D) are optimal. Other options are less nutrient-dense.
Question 3 of 5
The doctor has ordered Ampicillin 100 mg every six hours IV push for an infant weighing 7 kg. The suggested dose for infants is 25-50 mg/kg/day in equally divided doses. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The ordered dose (100 mg q6h = 400 mg/day) for a 7 kg infant is 57.14 mg/kg/day, exceeding the recommended 25-50 mg/kg/day. The nurse should verify the order to prevent overdose.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of seizure disorder is admitted with complaints of breakthrough seizures. The nurse should give priority to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering anticonvulsants is the priority to control breakthrough seizures and prevent status epilepticus.
Question 5 of 5
The client is admitted with a diagnosis of gestational diabetes. Which fetal monitoring technique is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gestational diabetes increases fetal risks (e.g. macrosomia hypoglycemia) requiring close monitoring. Non-stress tests assess fetal heart rate and biophysical profiles evaluate fetal well-being comprehensively. Both are appropriate.