NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Question Bank Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Allopurinol (Zyloprim) is prescribed for a client who has chronic gout. Which of the following comments indicates that the client understands how to take the allopurinol?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Drinking plenty of fluids prevents uric acid crystal formation, enhancing allopurinol's effectiveness in managing gout.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a suspected tension pneumothorax. Which of the following interventions is the highest priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Preparing for needle decompression is the highest priority in tension pneumothorax to relieve pressure and restore lung function.
Question 3 of 5
The first thing that you should do immediately after a client accident is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The first action after a client accident is to assess the client to determine the extent of injury and immediate needs, following the nursing process.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing teenaged girls at a well child clinic. The nurse should describe the girl shown in the figure as having:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Scoliosis is characterized by a lateral curvature of the spine, which may be observed in a teenager. Kyphosis involves forward curvature, lordosis involves inward lumbar curvature, and normal posture lacks these abnormalities.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a suspected urinary tract infection. Which symptom is most common?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dysuria (painful urination) is the most common symptom of a urinary tract infection, reflecting bladder or urethral irritation.