NCLEX-RN
Mock NCLEX RN Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of psoriasis. The nurse should expect the client to have:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Psoriasis causes scaly, silvery plaques due to rapid skin cell turnover, a hallmark symptom.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a pregnant client about nutritional needs during pregnancy. Which menu selection will best meet the nutritional needs of the pregnant client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Baked chicken fruit potato salad coleslaw and yogurt provide a balanced mix of protein calcium vitamins and fiber meeting pregnancy nutritional needs. The other options are higher in fat or lack key nutrients.
Question 3 of 5
An elderly client refuses to take her daily medication for hypertension. Which action should the nurse take at this time?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exploring the reason for the client’s refusal respects autonomy and may reveal misunderstandings, fears, or side effects that can be addressed. Administering by injection or with help violates autonomy, and skipping the dose delays treatment without addressing the issue.
Question 4 of 5
Which play activity is best suited to the gross motor skills of a toddler?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Playing with a ball encourages gross motor skills like kicking, throwing, and running, suitable for a toddler's developmental stage. The other activities focus more on fine motor skills or require advanced coordination.
Question 5 of 5
Diabetes mellitus is a disorder that affects 3.1 out of every 1000 children younger than 20 years old. It is characterized by an absence of, or marked decrease in, circulating insulin. When teaching a newly diagnosed diabetes client, the nurse includes information on the functions of insulin:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lack of insulin causes glycogenolysis, catabolism, and hyperglycemia. Insulin promotes the conversion of glucose to glycogen for storage and regulates the rate at which carbohydrates are used by cells for energy. Insulin is anabolic in nature. Glucose stimulates protein synthesis within the tissue and inhibits the breakdown of protein into amino acids.