NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
All of the following are modifiable risk factors for coronary artery disease (CAD) EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Family history is a non-modifiable risk factor for CAD. Stress, obesity, and smoking can be modified through lifestyle changes.
Question 2 of 5
A 5-year-old client with hyperthyroidism is admitted to the pediatric unit. What would the nurse expect the admitting assessment to reveal?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Exophthalmos (bulging eyes) is a common sign of hyperthyroidism due to thyroid hormone effects on orbital tissues.
Question 3 of 5
The doctor has ordered a Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) unit for the client with chronic back pain. The nurse teaching the client with a TENS unit should tell the client:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Skin irritation is a common side effect of TENS; reporting it ensures timely management.
Question 4 of 5
The client is admitted to the emergency room with shortness of breath, anxiety, and tachycardia. His ECG reveals atrial fibrillation with a ventricular response rate of 130 beats per minute. The doctor orders quinidine sulfate. While he is receiving quinidine, the nurse should monitor his ECG for:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Quinidine can prolong the QT interval, increasing the risk of torsades de pointes.
Question 5 of 5
An adolescent client with cystic acne has a prescription for Accutane (isotretinoin). Which lab work is needed before beginning the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A liver profile is required before starting isotretinoin due to its potential hepatotoxicity, ensuring safe administration.