NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A newborn is diagnosed with congenital syphilis. Classic signs of congenital syphilis are:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Congenital syphilis presents with rhinitis (‘snuffles'), maculopapular rash, and hepatosplenomegaly due to systemic infection.
Question 2 of 5
The client is having a cardiac catheterization. During the procedure, the client tells the nurse, 'I'm feeling really hot.' Which response would be best?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A warm sensation is a normal response to the injection of contrast dye during cardiac catheterization.
Question 3 of 5
A patient is admitted to the surgical unit with a diagnosis of rule out intestinal obstruction. The nurse is preparing to insert a Salem sump NG tube as ordered. In which of the following positions would it be BEST for the nurse to place this patient during the procedure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: facilitates swallowing and movement of tube through GI tract
Question 4 of 5
A newborn weighed 7 pounds at birth. At 6 months of age, the infant could be expected to weigh:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Infants typically double their birth weight by 6 months, so a 7-pound newborn would weigh approximately 14 pounds.
Question 5 of 5
To maintain Bryant's traction, the nurse must make certain that the child's:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bryant's traction requires hips slightly elevated and legs at a right angle to the bed to maintain alignment and traction.