NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, 'lack of prejudice' falls under which level of human need fulfillment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lack of prejudice reflects self-actualization, Maslow’s highest level, where individuals achieve personal growth and acceptance of others.
Question 2 of 5
A client on the psychiatric unit is in an uncontrolled rage and is threatening other clients and staff. What is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calling security and preparing for sedation ensures the safety of the client, other patients, and staff during an uncontrolled rage.
Question 3 of 5
An elderly client is hospitalized for a transurethral prostatectomy. Which finding should be reported to the doctor immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bright red urine with many clots indicates significant bleeding, a potential emergency post-transurethral prostatectomy, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is seeing a client in the clinic who has shingles (herpes zoster). The client is concerned about spreading the disease to others. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shingles is contagious to immunocompromised individuals, such as those with leukemia, via contact with active lesions. The vaccine is recommended for older adults, not all ages, and recurrence is possible.
Question 5 of 5
A client diagnosed with hepatitis B asks the nurse how the virus is transmitted. Which of the following is the correct response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hepatitis B is transmitted via blood, sexual contact, needles, and perinatally from mother to newborn.