NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A infant weighs 7 pounds at birth. The expected weight by 1 year should be:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Infants typically triple their birth weight by 1 year, so a 7-pound infant should weigh approximately 21 pounds.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of seizures is prescribed phenytoin (Dilantin) 100 mg three times daily. The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following side effects to the physician?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: gingival hyperplasia and rash are significant side effects of phenytoin that require medical attention
Question 3 of 5
The RN is making assignments for the day. Which one of the following duties can be assigned to the unlicensed assistive personnel?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Unlicensed assistive personnel can perform routine catheter care, a non-invasive task within their scope.
Question 4 of 5
A client is scheduled to undergo a bone marrow aspiration from the sternum. What position would the nurse assist the client into for this procedure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The supine position provides optimal access to the sternum for bone marrow aspiration and ensures client safety and comfort.
Question 5 of 5
A Mexican-American client states that she and her family live next door to her brother and his family and that they share goods, services, and childcare. How is this type of family classified?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An extended kin network (
D) involves close-knit families sharing resources and responsibilities, as described.