NCLEX-RN
Best NCLEX RN Question Bank Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is planning to teach the client how to properly use a metered-dose inhaler to treat asthma. Which of the following instructions should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after using a steroid inhaler prevents oral thrush, a common side effect. Quick inhalation, nasal exhalation, or coughing before use are not standard techniques.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected appendicitis. Which of the following findings supports this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain at McBurney's point (right lower quadrant) is a hallmark sign of appendicitis due to localized peritoneal irritation.
Question 3 of 5
An infant is born with facial abnormalities, growth retardation, mental retardation, and vision abnormalities. These abnormalities are probably caused by maternal:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: These symptoms are characteristic of fetal alcohol syndrome, caused by maternal alcohol consumption during pregnancy, which affects fetal development.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a tracheostomy. Which of the following actions is the highest priority to maintain airway patency?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Suctioning as needed is the highest priority to maintain airway patency by removing mucus or obstructions from the tracheostomy.
Question 5 of 5
The mother of a 28-year-old client who is taking clozapine [Clozaril] states, 'Something is wrong. My son is drooling like a baby.' Which of the following responses by the nurse would be most helpful?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Excess salivation is a common side effect of clozapine. Providing a practical solution like a cup supports the client's comfort and addresses the mother's concern.