NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The doctor suspects that the client has an ectopic pregnancy. Which symptom is consistent with a diagnosis of a ruptured ectopic pregnancy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A ruptured ectopic pregnancy typically causes sudden, severe lower quadrant pain due to internal bleeding.
Question 2 of 5
A client is in acute postoperative pain, and the physician orders 85 mg of meperidine (Demerol®) stat. The vial contains 100 mg in 2 mL. How many milliliters should the nurse administer? Record your answer using a decimal number.
Correct Answer: 1.7
Rationale: Dose = 85 mg, concentration = 100 mg/2 mL = 50 mg/mL. Volume = 85 m/50 mg/mL = 1.7 mL.
Question 3 of 5
Which nurse should be assigned to care for the postpartal client with preeclampsia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The RN with labor and delivery experience is best equipped to manage preeclampsia complications in a postpartal client.
Question 4 of 5
An 18-month-old is admitted to the hospital with acute laryngotracheobronchitis. When assessing the respiratory status, the nurse should expect to find:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acute laryngotracheobronchitis (croup) is characterized by inspiratory stridor and a harsh, barking cough due to upper airway inflammation and narrowing.
Question 5 of 5
The '5 A's' of smoking cessation intervention begin with which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The 5 A's begin with Ask (
B), identifying tobacco use at every visit, followed by Advise, Assess, Assist, and Arrange.