NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Following eruption of the primary teeth, the mother can promote chewing by giving the toddler:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cereal pieces are soft, safe, and promote chewing without the choking risk posed by hot dogs, carrots, or sticky raisins in toddlers.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with C. diff. The client has soiled the bed and the nurse is preparing to change it. Which action by the nurse is correct in regard to handling soiled linens that have been exposed to C. diff?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: C. diff-contaminated linens should be placed in a regular dirty linen bag, as they are processed with high-temperature washing to kill spores, not treated as biohazard waste.
Question 3 of 5
When administering a capsule that is individually wrapped to a client, when should the wrapping be removed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Removing the wrapping at the bedside (
D) ensures the client sees the medication, enhancing safety and trust.
Question 4 of 5
The client is admitted for evaluation of aggressive behavior and diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder. A key part of the care of such clients is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Setting realistic limits helps manage the manipulative and impulsive behaviors common in antisocial personality disorder, promoting safety and structure.
Question 5 of 5
A client who has glaucoma is to have miotic eyedrops instilled in both eyes. The nurse knows that the purpose of the medication is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Miotics constrict the pupils, increasing aqueous humor outflow to reduce intraocular pressure in glaucoma.