NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse recognizes all of the following as common physical characteristics of a child with Down syndrome EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Down syndrome features include small, low-set ears, downward slanting eyes, and hyperflexibility. An enlarged tongue (macroglossia) is less common or not a hallmark feature.
Question 2 of 5
A client is admitted to the emergency department with chest pain and is diagnosed with an acute myocardial infarction. The physician orders thrombolytic therapy. The nurse knows that this therapy is contraindicated in which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: previous hemorrhagic stroke is an absolute contraindication for thrombolytic therapy due to the risk of bleeding
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is performing discharge instruction to a client with an implantable defibrillator. What discharge instruction is essential?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using a cell phone on the opposite side of the defibrillator reduces electromagnetic interference with the device.
Question 4 of 5
A 6-month-old is being treated for thrush with Nystatin (mycostatin) oral suspension. The nurse should administer the medication by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nystatin for thrush should be applied directly to the oral mucosa using a cotton-tipped swab to ensure effective treatment.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse expects a child with a deficiency in factor VIII to be diagnosed with
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Factor VIII deficiency causes hemophilia A, a bleeding disorder due to impaired clotting.