NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to check a client for Trousseau's sign. Which equipment should the nurse obtain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Trousseau’s sign is elicited by inflating a blood pressure cuff on the arm to induce carpopedal spasm indicating hypocalcemia. The other equipment is not used for this assessment.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client post-thyroidectomy. Which assessment finding requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tingling in the fingers suggests hypocalcemia due to parathyroid gland damage, risking tetany or seizures, requiring immediate intervention. Pain (
A), hoarseness (
C), and mild fever (
D) are expected post-op.
Question 3 of 5
A client is admitted with symptoms of vertigo and syncope.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Left subclavian artery obstruction can cause subclavian steal syndrome, leading to vertigo, syncope, and radial pulse differences (>10 bpm) due to blood flow reversal. Memory loss (
A), numbness (
B), and headache (
D) are unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
The home health nurse is visiting a client with Paget's disease. An important part of preventive care for the client with Paget's disease is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Paget's disease weakens bones, increasing fracture risk. A clutter-free environment prevents falls, a key preventive measure. Dental care, vaccines, and vitamins are less specific.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with pneumonia who is allergic to penicillin. Which antibiotic is safest to administer to this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Erythromycin, a macrolide, is safe for penicillin-allergic patients. Cefazolin (
A), Amoxicillin (
B), and Ceftriaxone (
D) are beta-lactams with cross-reactivity risks.