NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with hypothyroidism asks the nurse if she will still need to take thyroid medication during the pregnancy. The nurse's response is based on the knowledge that:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pregnancy increases thyroid gland size, often requiring adjusted thyroid medication doses.
Question 2 of 5
A client is to be discharged with a tracheostomy. Which of the following should the nurse most stress when educating the client about home management? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Pulmonary hygiene (
B) and tracheostomy care (
D) are critical to prevent infections and maintain airway patency. Bowel care (
A), supplements (
C), and exercise (E) are secondary.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a 6-year-old following a tonsillectomy. Which one of the following signs is an early indication of hemorrhage?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Drooling of bright red secretions indicates active bleeding, a critical sign of post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage requiring immediate attention.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with Crohn's disease. How should the nurse educate the client regarding nutrition and hydration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High-calorie, low-fiber, high-protein, and high-vitamin foods support nutrition in Crohn’s disease while minimizing irritation to the inflamed bowel.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a severe corneal ulcer has an order for Gentamycin gtt. q 4 hours and Neomycin 1 gtt q 4 hours. Which of the following schedules should be used when administering the drops?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering eye drops 5 minutes apart prevents dilution and ensures each medication's efficacy.