NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse has just returned to the desk and has four phone messages to return. Which of the following messages should the nurse return FIRST?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: indicates chest pain, needs to seek medical attention immediately
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a group of new graduates about the safety needs of the client receiving chemotherapy. Before administering chemotherapy, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering an antiemetic before chemotherapy prevents nausea and vomiting, common side effects of these drugs.
Question 3 of 5
A child with thrush has been prescribed fluconazole (Diflucan). The child's mother asks what this medication is used for, and the nurse correctly replies,
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fluconazole is an antifungal used to treat thrush, a yeast infection caused by Candida.
Question 4 of 5
A client with angina is experiencing migraine headaches. The physician has prescribed Sumatriptan succinate (Imitrex). Which nursing action is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sumatriptan is contraindicated in clients with angina due to its vasoconstrictive effects, which can exacerbate ischemia. The nurse should question the prescription.
Question 5 of 5
The home health nurse is planning for the day's visits. Which client should be seen first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The 5-month-old with recent pneumonia is at high risk for complications, prioritizing their assessment.