NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client admitted with suspected myasthenia gravis. Which finding is usually associated with a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Myasthenia gravis is characterized by muscle weakness that worsens with activity and improves with rest, typically more pronounced at the end of the day.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse receives an order for blood cultures and sensitivity for a client. Which statement is correct concerning this test?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blood culture results typically take 48–72 hours for organism identification. Stopping antibiotics or culturing catheter tips is not standard practice.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is observing a student nurse administering ear drops to a 2-year-old. Which observation by the nurse would indicate correct technique?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: For children under 3, pulling the pinna down and back straightens the ear canal for proper ear drop administration.
Question 4 of 5
A pediatric nurse would be concerned by which of the following sets of vital signs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 12-month-old vitals (BP 65/55, RR 50, HR 130) show low BP (normal ~90/50) and high RR (normal 20-30), suggesting distress. Other options are age-appropriate.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for the patient following removal of a large posterior oral lesion. The priority nursing measure would be to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Maintaining a patent airway is critical post-oral surgery due to the risk of swelling or bleeding obstructing the airway.