NCLEX-RN
Mock NCLEX RN Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client suspects that she is pregnant. She reports two missed menstrual periods. The first day of her last menstrual period was August 3. Her estimated date of confinement would be:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using Nägele's rule (LMP - 3 months + 7 days + 1 year), August 3 leads to an estimated delivery date of May 10.
Question 2 of 5
The most appropriate method of evaluating whether the diet of a child with cystic fibrosis is meeting his caloric needs is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Consistent weight gain, even if it is slow, is an indication that the child is eating and digesting sufficient calories.
Question 3 of 5
The client is diagnosed with glaucoma. Which medication is most likely to be prescribed?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Timolol, a beta-blocker, is commonly prescribed for glaucoma to reduce intraocular pressure by decreasing aqueous humor production. Atropine increases pressure, pilocarpine is less common, and acetazolamide is used acutely.
Question 4 of 5
A client arrives in the emergency room with severe burns of the hands, right arm, face, and neck. The nurse needs to start an IV.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The left antecubital fossa is suitable for IV placement, avoiding burned areas (right hand, arm, face, neck). The foot (
C) is less ideal due to infection risk, and the left forearm (
D) may be too close to burn sites.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of postpartum hemorrhage. Which vital sign change is most likely to be observed?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Postpartum hemorrhage causes significant blood loss leading to tachycardia (to compensate for reduced volume) and hypotension (from decreased perfusion). Both are common vital sign changes.