NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician has ordered an MRI for a client with an orthopedic ailment. An MRI should not be done if the client has:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A permanent pacemaker is a contraindication for an MRI due to the risk of device malfunction in a magnetic field.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has performed discharge teaching to a client in need of a high-iron diet. The nurse recognizes that teaching has been effective when the client selects which meal plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Veal and spinach are high in iron, and whole-wheat roll provides additional nutrients. The other meals lack significant iron sources.
Question 3 of 5
The doctor orders 2% nitroglycerin ointment in a 1-inch dose every 12 hours. Proper application of nitroglycerin ointment includes:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rotating sites prevents skin irritation and ensures consistent absorption.
Question 4 of 5
A client has been receiving cyanocobalamine (B12) injections for the past six weeks. Which laboratory finding indicates that the medication is having the desired effect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased reticulocyte count indicates effective B12 therapy for anemia.
Question 5 of 5
A home health nurse visits a 7-year-old boy on neutropenic precautions. His mother cares for him during the day. Which of the following statements by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Live vaccines (e.g., nasal flu vaccine) require a 3-week wait, but the standard flu shot is inactivated, posing no risk. The other statements are correct for neutropenic precautions.