NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions PDF Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is on a memory care unit. A client insists on leaving to go home. Which of the following should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Redirecting the client to a social activity can help distract from the desire to leave and promote engagement, which is appropriate for a client with memory issues.
Question 2 of 5
A 5-month-old is diagnosed with atopic dermatitis. Nursing interventions will focus on:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Atopic dermatitis involves inflamed skin prone to infection, so preventing infection through gentle skin care and monitoring is a priority.
Question 3 of 5
A 19-year-old male was prescribed sertraline (Zoloft) 3 weeks ago for depression. He calls the clinic today and tells the nurse that he has been feeling increasingly anxious and wants to stop taking the medication because it is not working. The best response for the nurse is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased anxiety is a common early side effect of SSRIs like sertraline, which typically subsides after a few weeks. The therapeutic effect takes 4-6 weeks. Continuing the medication and monitoring is appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
Which snack selection by a client with osteoporosis indicates that the client understands the dietary management of the disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Yogurt is rich in calcium, which is essential for bone health in osteoporosis management.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching the mother of an infant with eczema. Which of the following instructions should be included in the nurse's teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cutting nails regularly prevents scratching, which can worsen eczema and lead to infections in affected skin areas.