NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a fractured hip is being taught correct use of the walker. The nurse is aware that the correct use of the walker is achieved if the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Palms resting lightly on the handles ensures proper weight distribution and stability.
Question 2 of 5
The doctor has ordered neurological checks every 30 minutes for a client injured in a biking accident. Which finding indicates that the client's condition is satisfactory?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A Glasgow Coma Scale score of 13 indicates mild brain injury, suggesting a satisfactory condition compared to the other abnormal findings.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse receives an order for blood cultures and sensitivity for a client. Which statement is correct concerning this test?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blood culture results typically take 48–72 hours for organism identification. Stopping antibiotics or culturing catheter tips is not standard practice.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer levofloxacin (Levaquin) 400 mg orally to a client with a urinary tract infection. Which statement by the client requires further teaching by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antacids can reduce levofloxacin absorption and should be taken at least 2 hours apart. Other statements are correct.
Question 5 of 5
A 28-year-old woman pregnant with twins comes in for her prenatal appointment. She tells the nurse that she has two children at home (ages 4 years and 16 months), and she had one abortion 6 years ago when she was 8 weeks along in the pregnancy. The nurse charts
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gravida counts all pregnancies (2 children, 1 abortion, current twin pregnancy = 5). Para counts deliveries after 20 weeks (2 children = 2). Twins count as one delivery.