NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An 8-year-old boy is diagnosed with a Wilm's tumor. The nurse would expect what finding on assessment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wilm’s tumor (nephroblastoma) often presents with an enlarged abdomen due to a palpable renal mass.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is suspected of charting medication administration that he did not give. After talking to the nurse, the charge nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suspected falsification of records warrants a formal reprimand and investigation, but immediate termination or legal action requires further evidence.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse on an orthopedic unit is assigned to care for four clients with displaced bone fractures. Which client will not be treated with the use of traction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ankle fractures are typically managed with immobilization or surgery, not traction.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is observing a graduate nurse as she assesses the central venous pressure. Which observation would indicate that the graduate needs further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Valsalva maneuver falsely elevates CVP; normal breathing is required.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following tasks would an RN NOT delegate to an LPN?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessment, such as evaluating ambulation ability, is outside the LPN’s scope and reserved for RNs. The other tasks are within the LPN’s scope of practice.