NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client sustained a severe head injury to the occipital lobe. The nurse should carefully assess the client for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The occipital lobe processes visual information, so injury to this area is likely to cause visual disturbances, such as blurred vision or visual field deficits.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following instructions should be included in the nurse's teaching regarding oral contraceptives?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antibiotics can reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives, necessitating an alternate method.
Question 3 of 5
A newborn is diagnosed with congenital syphilis. Classic signs of congenital syphilis are:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Congenital syphilis presents with rhinitis (‘snuffles'), maculopapular rash, and hepatosplenomegaly due to systemic infection.
Question 4 of 5
A client recently started on hemodialysis wants to know how the dialysis will take the place of his kidneys. The nurse's response is based on the knowledge that hemodialysis works by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hemodialysis filters waste products and excess fluids through a dialyzing membrane, mimicking kidney function.
Question 5 of 5
According to Erikson's stages of physical development, school-age children 5 - 12 years old typically face which psychological crisis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: School-age children (5-12) face industry vs. inferiority, focusing on developing competence and self-esteem through tasks and skills.