NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is suspected of charting medication administration that he did not give. The nurse can be charged with:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Falsifying medical records, such as charting unadministered medications, constitutes fraud.
Question 2 of 5
The physician has discussed the need for medication with the parents of an infant with congenital hypothyroidism. The nurse can reinforce the physician's teaching by telling the parents that:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Congenital hypothyroidism requires lifelong thyroid hormone replacement therapy to maintain normal metabolism and development.
Question 3 of 5
The client is taking prednisone 7.5 mg po each morning to treat his systemic lupus erythematosis. Which statement best explains the reason for taking the prednisone in the morning?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Morning dosing aligns with the body's natural cortisol peak, minimizing adrenal suppression.
Question 4 of 5
A client diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease initiates the same conversation repeatedly, becomes aggressive when stressed, needs reminders to perform ADLs, and is easily lost in his neighborhood. This client is likely in what stage of Alzheimer's disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Moderate Alzheimer's involves repetitive behaviors, aggression, ADL dependence, and disorientation, as described, indicating significant cognitive decline.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is taking a history from a client in an outpatient clinic. The client has been taking duloxetine (Cymbalta) for fibromyalgia. Which of the following over-the-counter medications would cause the nurse some concern if the client says she is taking it?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dextromethorphan can interact with duloxetine, increasing the risk of serotonin syndrome, a potentially serious condition.