NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions with Answers Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Bacterial conjunctivitis has affected several children at a local day care center. A nurse should advise which measure to minimize the risk of infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Thorough hand washing is the most effective measure to prevent the spread of bacterial conjunctivitis.
Question 2 of 5
As the nurse in an ambulatory care area, you see a new client enter with a cane that appears too short for the client. What should you do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Educating the client about the proper cane length (typically where the handle reaches the wrist when the arm is at the side) promotes safety and proper use without unnecessarily restricting mobility.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is prescribed baclofen (Lioresal). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Baclofen, a muscle relaxant, commonly causes drowsiness, which the nurse should monitor in clients with multiple sclerosis.
Question 4 of 5
During a home visit to a primiparous client 1 week postpartum who is bottle-feeding her neonate, the clientiant tells the nurse that her mother has suggested that she feed the neonate cereal so he will sleep through the night. Which of the following would be the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Formula is best for infants until 4-6 months, as early introduction of solids like cereal can cause digestive issues.
Question 5 of 5
You are providing care to a permanently disabled Iraqi war veteran who is 28 years of age. When he returned home from the war at the age of years of age 2 years ago he was deemed permanently disabled by both the Veterans Administration (VA) and the Social Security Administration. He receives a substantial monthly service connected disability check from the Veterans Administration and he has no spouse or legal dependents. Which type of governmental health insurance is he now entitled to?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Individuals deemed permanently disabled by the Social Security Administration for at least 24 months are eligible for Medicare, regardless of age . The veteran is also eligible for VA healthcare, but option A incorrectly states 'only' VA services. Medicaid eligibility depends on income and state criteria, which are not confirmed here.