NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching the mother regarding treatment for pedicalosis capitis. Which instruction should be given regarding the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Washing bed linens in hot water helps eliminate lice and nits, which is a key part of treatment for pediculosis capitis.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse assesses a client complaining of a headache. When the nurse shines a light on the frontal and maxillary sinuses, the light does not penetrate the tissues. What is the best interpretation of this finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lack of light penetration during transillumination suggests fluid or pus in the sinuses, indicating a potential infection or obstruction.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is making assignments for the day. The staff consists of an RN, an LPN, and a nursing assistant. Which client could the nursing assistant care for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alzheimer's patients require basic care, suitable for a nursing assistant.
Question 4 of 5
A client admitted with transient ischemia attacks has returned from a cerebral arteriogram. The nurse performs an assessment and finds a newly formed hematoma in the right groin area. What is the nurse's initial action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applying direct pressure to a hematoma at the arteriogram site controls bleeding and prevents further complications, making it the initial action.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a characteristic of an ominous periodic change in the fetal heart rate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A recurrent fetal heart rate of 90-100 bpm at contraction ends indicates severe distress, an ominous sign.