NCLEX-RN
Mock NCLEX RN Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The most appropriate method of evaluating whether the diet of a child with cystic fibrosis is meeting his caloric needs is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Consistent weight gain, even if it is slow, is an indication that the child is eating and digesting sufficient calories.
Question 2 of 5
An obstetrical client is admitted in active labor. During examination,the nurse notes a papular lesion on the perineum. Which initial action is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A papular lesion on the perineum during labor could indicate an infectious condition (e.g. herpes simplex virus) which poses risks to the newborn. Reporting to the physician is the most appropriate initial action to determine management such as the need for a C-section.
Question 3 of 5
Which finding is considered a risk factor in the development of leukemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Radiation exposure such as from treatment for Hodgkin’s lymphoma is a known risk factor for leukemia. Stamp collecting computer programming and a family history of stomach cancer are not established risk factors.
Question 4 of 5
Which clients can be assigned to share a room in the emergency department during a disaster?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A pregnant client and a client with a fractured arm have stable non-infectious conditions suitable for sharing a room. The other pairs include clients with unstable (cyanosis abdominal wound chest pain) or infectious (MRS
A) conditions or psychiatric issues requiring isolation.
Question 5 of 5
Which play activity is best suited to the gross motor skills of a toddler?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Playing with a ball encourages gross motor skills like kicking, throwing, and running, suitable for a toddler's developmental stage. The other activities focus more on fine motor skills or require advanced coordination.