NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 11-year-old patient being treated for a fractured right femur with balanced suspension traction with a Thomas splint and Pearson attachment. The nurse notes that the patient’s left leg is externally rotated. The nurse should
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: holds hip in neutral position and leg in normal alignment, entire weight of leg cannot be held by props placed below knee
Question 2 of 5
An adolescent client with cystic acne has a prescription for Accutane (isotretinoin). Which lab work is needed before beginning the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A liver profile is required before starting isotretinoin due to its potential hepatotoxicity, ensuring safe administration.
Question 3 of 5
A patient is rushed to the emergency room after being found unconscious at home. His blood pressure is 70/35. The nurse anticipates an order for what medication?
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: For severe hypotension (BP 70/35), vasopressors like norepinephrine or dopamine are typically ordered to restore perfusion, but none of the listed options are vasopressors. The question may be flawed.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is aware that a common mode of transmission of clostridium difficile is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: C. difficile is transmitted via fecal-oral route through contaminated stool.
Question 5 of 5
A client with cancer is to undergo a bone scan. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Voiding immediately before a bone scan ensures the bladder is empty, reducing interference with pelvic imaging and improving the accuracy of the scan.