NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is developing a care plan for a client with hepatitis A. The nurse knows that the primary routes of transmission of this hepatitis virus are which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Hepatitis A is transmitted primarily via the fecal-oral route, through contaminated food or water (
D) and feces (
C).
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching the parents of an infant with osteogenesis imperfecta. The nurse should explain the need for:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Osteogenesis imperfecta causes brittle bones, so careful handling is critical to prevent fractures in infants with this condition.
Question 3 of 5
Upon admission to the hospital, a client reports having 'the worst headache I've ever had.' The nurse should give the highest priority to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A sudden, severe headache may indicate a serious condition like subarachnoid hemorrhage. Neuro checks are the priority to assess for neurological changes.
Question 4 of 5
According to the American Heart Association (2005) guidelines the compression-to-ventilation ratio for one rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The 2005 AHA guidelines specify a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio for one-rescuer CPR in adults.
Question 5 of 5
To decrease the likelihood of seizures and visual hallucinations in a client with alcohol withdrawal, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A quiet, dimly lit room reduces sensory stimulation, decreasing the risk of seizures and hallucinations during alcohol withdrawal.