NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to test a client who has the herpes virus. Which of the following tests should the nurse perform?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Tzanck test is used to diagnose herpes virus infections by examining cells from a lesion for characteristic changes.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following descriptions is typical of a Parkinsonian gait?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Parkinsonian gait is characterized by decreased speed, poor balance, flexed posture, and shuffling steps (
C). Other descriptions (A, B,
D) do not fully capture this gait.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is taking care of a 12-year-old male who sustained 30% full-thickness burns on his chest and arms 20 hours ago. To maintain optimal fluid and electrolyte balance, the nurse expects to administer which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lactated Ringer's is the standard fluid for burn resuscitation to restore fluid and electrolyte balance, as it closely mimics the body's extracellular fluid.
Question 4 of 5
At the 6-week check-up, the mother asks when she can expect the baby to sleep all night. The nurse should tell the mother that most infants begin to sleep all night by age:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Most infants begin to sleep through the night by 3-4 months as their sleep patterns mature.
Question 5 of 5
A client with heart failure has been prescribed the DASH diet (dietary approaches to stop hypertension) and must limit sodium intake to 2300 mg per day. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further education?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stopping added salt (
A) is insufficient; the DASH diet requires limiting processed foods and monitoring total sodium. Dairy (
B), vegetables/fruits (
C), and meat limits (
D) are correct.