NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The most appropriate means of rehydration of a 7-month-old with diarrhea and mild dehydration is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oral rehydration therapy with electrolyte solutions is the standard for mild dehydration in infants, as it effectively restores fluid and electrolyte balance.
Question 2 of 5
The toddler is admitted with a cardiac anomaly. The nurse is aware that the infant with a ventricular septal defect will:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A ventricular septal defect causes increased pulmonary blood flow, leading to easy tiring due to cardiac workload.
Question 3 of 5
Someone sees a nursing assistant yell at an elderly client and throw his lunch tray off the table. The nursing assistant could likely be charged with
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Yelling and throwing a tray constitute assault (threatening behavior causing fear of harm). Battery involves physical contact, negligence involves failure to act, and malpractice applies to professional errors.
Question 4 of 5
A 22-year-old woman has just been diagnosed with myasthenia gravis. She asks the nurse what causes this disease. The most accurate response from the nurse is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disorder where antibodies attack acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction, impairing muscle contraction.
Question 5 of 5
The charge nurse is making an assignment for an LPN on an upcoming shift. Which assignment would be appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vital sign monitoring is within the LPN’s scope. Seizure management, blood transfusions, and discharge teaching require RN expertise.