NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is monitoring a client with schizophrenia who is prescribed aripiprazole (Abilify). During a multidisciplinary mental health team meeting, which symptoms should be brought to the psychiatrist's attention? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Uncontrolled facial movements and stiff muscles suggest extrapyramidal side effects or tardive dyskinesia, serious side effects of aripiprazole requiring psychiatrist attention.
Question 2 of 5
A client is admitted to the emergency department with chest pain and is diagnosed with an acute myocardial infarction. The physician orders thrombolytic therapy. The nurse knows that this therapy is contraindicated in which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: previous hemorrhagic stroke is an absolute contraindication for thrombolytic therapy due to the risk of bleeding
Question 3 of 5
The home health nurse is scheduled to visit four clients. Which client should she visit first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The AIDS client with fever and cough may have an acute infection like pneumonia, requiring urgent assessment.
Question 4 of 5
An elderly client who experiences nighttime confusion wanders from his room into the room of another client. The nurse can best help with decreasing the client's confusion by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A nightlight reduces disorientation and confusion in elderly clients by providing visual cues in the dark.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse cares for two children brought into an emergency shelter. Law enforcement suspects the children have been neglected. The nurse should assess
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Height and weight assess for failure to thrive, a key indicator of neglect. Bruises on knees/elbows are common in children and less specific.