NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is admitted with suspected Legionnaires' disease. Which factor increases the risk of developing Legionnaires' disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Steroid use increases the risk of Legionnaires' disease by suppressing the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to Legionella infection.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing to discharge a client following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pain in the back or shoulders post-laparoscopic cholecystectomy may indicate referred pain from residual CO2 or complications, requiring prompt reporting.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected dehydration. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: dry mucous membranes and tented skin are signs of dehydration due to fluid loss
Question 4 of 5
The client is admitted to the postpartum unit with an order to continue the infusion of Pitocin. The nurse is aware that Pitocin is working if the fundus is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A firm and midline fundus indicates effective uterine contraction, showing Pitocin is working to prevent postpartum hemorrhage.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following examples represents parallel play?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Parallel play involves children playing side by side with similar toys but without direct interaction, as described in the scenario with Jimmy and Mary.