NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Next Gen Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nulliparous client visiting the clinic tells the nurse that she stopped taking oral contraceptives 6 months ago but doesn't think she is ovulating. Which of the following should the nurse anticipate that the physician would order if the client is anovulatory?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clomiphene citrate is commonly prescribed to stimulate ovulation in anovulatory clients. Denestrol is an estrogen, medroxyprogesterone is a progestin for contraception or other uses, and norgestrel is a contraceptive, not for inducing ovulation.
Question 2 of 5
A client is admitted with a diagnosis of acute pancreatitis. The nurse should expect the client to report which of the following symptoms?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acute pancreatitis typically causes epigastric pain that radiates to the back due to pancreatic inflammation.
Question 3 of 5
An infant with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) on a regular diet vomits while eating dinner. Which of the following should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vomiting in an infant with increased ICP may indicate worsening pressure, requiring immediate physician notification.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following conditions is a potential consequence of a prolonged QT interval?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A prolonged QT interval increases the risk of ventricular dysrhythmias, such as torsades de pointes, which can be life-threatening.
Question 5 of 5
Which couple is at greatest risk for domestic violence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A history of childhood physical abuse is a significant risk factor for perpetrating domestic violence, as it may lead to learned behaviors or unresolved trauma. Pregnancy can also increase stress and vulnerability, further elevating the risk.