NCLEX-RN
NCLEX Practice Test RN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of postpartum depression. Which symptom is most likely to be present?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Postpartum depression is characterized by persistent sadness and low mood. Fever uterine tenderness and foul-smelling lochia suggest infection not depression.
Question 2 of 5
Diagnostic assessment findings for an infant with possible coarctation of the aorta would include:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: S1 and S2 in an infant with coarctation of the aorta are usually normal. S3 and S4 do not exist with this diagnosis. Either no murmur will be heard or a systolic murmur from an associated cardiac defect will be heard along the left upper sternal border. A diastolic murmur is not associated with coarctation of the aorta. Pulse pressure differences of >20 mm Hg exist between the upper extremities and the lower extremities. It is important to evaluate the upper and lower extremities with the appropriate-sized cuffs. Femoral and pedal pulses will be diminished or absent in infants with coarctation of the aorta.
Question 3 of 5
A hyperactive client is experiencing flight of ideas. The most therapeutic activity for him would be:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This activity would allow the client to channel his energy in a positive way, suitable for his hyperactive state and limited attention span.
Question 4 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 protects against UV radiation, a key skin cancer risk factor. Regular checkups (
A) are less specific, sunbathing at peak hours (
B) increases risk, and routine mole removal (
C) is excessive.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse teaches a male client ways to reduce the risks associated with furosemide therapy. Which of the following indicates that he understands this teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rising slowly prevents postural hypotension, a common side effect of furosemide that increases fall risk. The other options are not specific to furosemide therapy risks.