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
A preterm infant with sepsis is receiving Gentamycin (garamycin). Which physiological alteration places the preterm infant at increased risk for toxicity related to aminoglycoside therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The immature renal system in preterm infants reduces the ability to excrete aminoglycosides like Gentamycin, increasing the risk of toxicity.
Question 3 of 5
A client is receiving hospice and palliative care, including analgesia and other comfort measures. Which of the following indicates the client is undergoing life review? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Looking at photos (
A) and reminiscing about parenting (
C) indicate life review, reflecting on past experiences. Other statements (B, D, E) relate to pain or end-of-life wishes.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse has received report on the day's clients. In planning morning rounds, which client is the priority to see?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shortness of breath indicates a potential respiratory or cardiac issue, making this client the priority for immediate assessment.
Question 5 of 5
An RN notices an LPN in the medication room drawing up morphine. The RN asks the LPN who it is for. The LPN states that one of her clients needs pain medication. The RN offers to administer the dose, but the LPN says, 'It's ok. I can give it. I've had this client for several days and she is stable.' Which is the correct response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: LPNs typically cannot administer IV narcotics like morphine in most states due to scope of practice limitations. The RN should report this to the charge nurse for clarification and safety.