NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A new graduate nurse completes her first full shift with her preceptor. It was a long, overwhelming day and the new nurse takes a deep breath and says to herself, 'You can do this! Nursing will be a challenge but you are up for it and tomorrow is a new day.' This type of communication is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Intrapersonal communication is self-talk, as the nurse reflects and motivates herself.
Question 2 of 5
A client receiving Vancocin (vancomycin) has a serum level of 20 mcg/mL. The nurse knows that the therapeutic range for vancomycin is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The therapeutic range for vancomycin is 10-25 mcg/mL, ensuring efficacy while minimizing toxicity; a level of 20 mcg/mL is within this range.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of hepatitis who is experiencing pruritis. Which would be the most appropriate nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Adding baby oil to bath water helps moisturize the skin and alleviate pruritis caused by hepatitis, as it soothes dry, itchy skin without causing irritation.
Question 4 of 5
A client in the cardiac step-down unit requires suctioning for excess mucous secretions. The dysrhythmia most commonly seen during suctioning is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Suctioning can stimulate the vagus nerve, leading to bradycardia due to parasympathetic activation.
Question 5 of 5
Four clients are admitted to a medical unit. If only one private room is available, it should be assigned to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Neutropenia increases infection risk, so a private room minimizes exposure to pathogens.