NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Nursing Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of Parkinson's disease. The nurse should expect the client to have:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Parkinson's disease is characterized by tremors, rigidity, and bradykinesia due to dopamine deficiency in the basal ganglia.
Question 2 of 5
An adolescent client hospitalized with anorexia nervosa is described by her parents as 'the perfect child.' When planning care for the client, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Anorexia nervosa is often linked to issues of control and identity; activities fostering self-identity help address underlying psychological factors.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is explaining to an adult client with an ulcer diagnosis about the drug esomeprazole (Nexium). Which side effect(s) will the nurse want to include in the discussion?
Correct Answer: A, B, D, E
Rationale: Esomeprazole side effects include headache (
A), diarrhea (
B), dizziness (
D), and nausea (E). Flushing (
C) is not a common side effect.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client hospitalized with nephrotic syndrome. Based on the client's treatment, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nephrotic syndrome causes edema due to protein loss, requiring fluid management. Offering additional fluids is inappropriate unless prescribed, as it may worsen edema. Visitors, diet, and dialysis depend on specific orders.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of migraines. Which medication is most likely to be prescribed for acute relief?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sumatriptan, a triptan, is used for acute migraine relief by constricting cranial vessels. Propranolol, gabapentin, and amitriptyline are for migraine prophylaxis, not acute treatment.