NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
According to Erikson's stages of physical development, school-age children 5 - 12 years old typically face which psychological crisis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: School-age children (5-12) face industry vs. inferiority, focusing on developing competence and self-esteem through tasks and skills.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a newborn 24 hours after birth. Which of the following findings would require further evaluation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: milia are normal, but persistent or widespread milia may indicate other issues; other findings are within normal limits for a newborn
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assisting a client with a colostomy irrigation. The client is positioned on the toilet and has removed the colostomy pouch, and the irrigation bag is filled with 1000 mL of warm water. Place the following actions (in Roman numerals) in the correct order from first to last
Order the Items
Source Container
Correct Answer: E,D,C,B,A
Rationale: The correct order is: Hang the irrigation solution (V), apply the irrigation sleeve (IV), insert the cone tip (III), allow solution to flow (II), and allow evacuation (I), ensuring proper setup and procedure.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is performing discharge teaching on a client with polycythemia vera. Which would be included in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Polycythemia vera increases blood viscosity, raising thrombosis risk. Teaching clients to recognize thrombosis symptoms (e.g., swelling, pain) is critical for early intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A preterm infant with sepsis is receiving Gentamycin (garamycin). Which physiological alteration places the preterm infant at increased risk for toxicity related to aminoglycoside therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The immature renal system in preterm infants reduces the ability to excrete aminoglycosides like Gentamycin, increasing the risk of toxicity.