NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer an injection to a 6-month-old when she notices a white dot in the infant's right pupil. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A white dot in the pupil (leukocoria) may indicate retinoblastoma or cataracts, requiring immediate reporting to the physician for further evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
A client with human immunodeficiency syndrome has gastrointestinal symptoms, including diarrhea. The nurse should teach the client to avoid:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Raw fruits and vegetables may harbor pathogens, increasing infection risk in immunocompromised clients with HIV.
Question 3 of 5
All of the following are examples of secondary disease prevention EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Secondary prevention detects/treats disease early (mammograms, syphilis testing, exercise post-MI). Support groups (
A) are tertiary, aiding coping with existing disease.
Question 4 of 5
A client with schizophrenia is receiving depot injections of Haldol Deconate (haloperidol decanoate). The client should be told to return for his next injection in:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Haldol Decanoate is a long-acting depot injection typically administered every 4 weeks for maintenance therapy in schizophrenia.
Question 5 of 5
An 18-month-old is being discharged following hypospadias repair. Which instruction should be included in the nurse's discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding straddling activities like rocking horses prevents strain on the surgical site post-hypospadias repair.