NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A vaginal exam reveals a breech presentation in a newly admitted client. The nurse should take which of the following actions at this time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applying the fetal heart monitor assesses fetal well-being in a breech presentation, guiding further management.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client admitted with chest pain and atrial fibrillation. The nurse accidentally gives the client the wrong dose of digoxin. The client is monitored throughout the shift and no ill effects are noted. Which actions by the nurse are correct? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Filling out an incident report and notifying the provider immediately are necessary to address the medication error and ensure client safety, even if no ill effects were observed.
Question 3 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 appointment confirms that the otitis media has resolved, ensuring no residual infection or complications.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client admitted with suspected myasthenia gravis. Which finding is usually associated with a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Myasthenia gravis is characterized by muscle weakness that worsens with activity and improves with rest, typically more pronounced at the end of the day.
Question 5 of 5
Which vitamin should be administered with INH (isoniazid) in order to prevent possible nervous system side effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) is given with isoniazid to prevent peripheral neuropathy, a potential side effect of the medication.