NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with an inguinal hernia asks the nurse why he should have surgery when he has had a hernia for years. The nurse understands that surgery is recommended to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Surgery is recommended for an inguinal hernia to prevent strangulation, which can lead to bowel obstruction and tissue necrosis.
Question 2 of 5
A client has signs of increased intracranial pressure. Which one of the following is an early indicator of deterioration in the client's condition?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A decrease in level of consciousness is an early and sensitive indicator of increased intracranial pressure, reflecting cerebral compromise before other signs like pupil changes or vital sign alterations.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse understands that the diagnosis of oral cancer is confirmed with:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A biopsy provides definitive histological evidence of oral cancer, confirming the diagnosis.
Question 4 of 5
A client is admitted to the intensive care unit after falling on an icy sidewalk and striking the right side of the head. An MRI revealed a right-sided epidural hematoma. Which physical force explains the location of the client's injury?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A coup injury occurs at the site of impact, explaining the right-sided epidural hematoma from striking the right side of the head.
Question 5 of 5
A client with tuberculosis who has been on combined therapy with rifampin and isoniazid asks the nurse how long he will have to take medication. The nurse should tell the client that:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Standard treatment for active tuberculosis involves 6 months of combined therapy with rifampin and isoniazid to ensure complete eradication.