NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 10-year-old client who states, 'I am really good at soccer because I practice every day.' According to Erikson's eight stages of development, which psychosocial crisis does this statement reflect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 10-year-old’s pride in skill development reflects industry vs. inferiority, typical of school-age children striving for competence.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a postpartum client. Which of the following assessment findings would be a reason for concern during the client's postpartum stay?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vaginal discharge should progress from rubra to serosa to alba. Reverting to rubra suggests possible retained placental fragments or bleeding, a cause for concern.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assisting the health care provider to perform a renal biopsy. Which position should the nurse place the client in?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The prone position with a pillow under the shoulders and abdomen provides optimal access to the kidney for a renal biopsy.
Question 4 of 5
A 20-year-old female has a prescription for tetracycline. While teaching the client how to take her medicine, the nurse learns that the client is also taking Ortho-Novum oral contraceptive pills. Which instructions should be included in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tetracycline can reduce the efficacy of oral contraceptives, necessitating backup contraception.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is performing discharge teaching on a client at high risk for the development of skin cancer. Which instruction should be included in the client teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wearing sunscreen is a key preventive measure for skin cancer, reducing UV exposure, and should be emphasized in teaching.