NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following the loss of her husband and children in an automobile accident. Which interventions by the nurse are appropriate for this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Appropriate PTSD interventions include teaching coping (
A), relaxation techniques (
B), supportive listening (
C), and providing a safe environment (
D). Avoiding public interaction (E) may worsen isolation.
Question 2 of 5
A new nursing graduate indicates in charting entries that he is a licensed registered nurse, although he has not yet received the results of the licensing exam. The graduate's action can result in a charge of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Falsely claiming RN licensure is fraud, a deliberate misrepresentation.
Question 3 of 5
A client with an inguinal hernia asks the nurse why he should have surgery when he has had a hernia for years. The nurse understands that surgery is recommended to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Surgery is recommended for an inguinal hernia to prevent strangulation, which can lead to bowel obstruction and tissue necrosis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is making assignments for the day. Which client should be assigned to the pregnant nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Iridium seeds emit low-level, localized radiation, posing minimal risk to a pregnant nurse.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of teenagers the correct technique for applying a condom. Which point would the nurse include in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The condom should be unrolled completely over the erect penis to ensure proper fit and protection. Condoms are single-use, petroleum jelly damages latex, and water isn't used.