NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Exam Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A toddler with otitis media has just completed antibiotic therapy. A recheck appointment should be made to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A recheck after antibiotic therapy for otitis media confirms resolution of the infection, ensuring no persistent effusion or complications. Hearing tests or new prescriptions are not routinely needed.
Question 2 of 5
The client is admitted with a suspected stroke. Which diagnostic test is most likely to confirm the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A CT scan is the initial test to confirm a stroke, distinguishing ischemic from hemorrhagic types. EEG is for seizures, lumbar puncture is for infections, and ECG assesses cardiac status.
Question 3 of 5
In client teaching, the nurse should emphasize that fetal damage occurs more frequently with ingestion of drugs during:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The first trimester is the period of organogenesis, when the fetus is most susceptible to teratogenic effects of drugs.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of seizures is prescribed levetiracetam (Keppra). Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stopping levetiracetam abruptly (
B) can trigger seizures, indicating a need for further teaching. Consistent timing (
A), reporting mood changes (
C), and avoiding alcohol (
D) are correct.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of bipolar disorder. The nurse should expect the client to have:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bipolar disorder is characterized by mood swings, including manic and depressive episodes, a hallmark of the condition.