NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The RN is making assignments for the day. Which one of the following duties can be assigned to the unlicensed assistive personnel?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Unlicensed assistive personnel can perform routine catheter care, a non-invasive task within their scope.
Question 2 of 5
Which diet is associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A diet high in fat and refined carbohydrates increases the risk of colorectal cancer due to prolonged intestinal transit time and exposure to carcinogenic metabolites.
Question 3 of 5
A 19-year-old male was prescribed sertraline (Zoloft) 3 weeks ago for depression. He calls the clinic today and tells the nurse that he has been feeling increasingly anxious and wants to stop taking the medication because it is not working. The best response for the nurse is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased anxiety is a common early side effect of SSRIs like sertraline, which typically subsides after a few weeks. The therapeutic effect takes 4-6 weeks. Continuing the medication and monitoring is appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
A.ls with leukemia is receiving Trimetrexate. After reviewing the client's chart, the physician orders Wellcovorin (leucovorin calcium). The rationale for administering leucovorin calcium to a client receiving Trimetrexate is to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Leucovorin calcium is given as a rescue therapy to reverse the toxic effects of trimetrexate, protecting healthy cells from damage.
Question 5 of 5
A client scheduled for a cardiac catheterization tells the nurse, 'My mother died during this same procedure 10 years ago. I'm afraid the same thing will happen to me.' Which of the following responses by the nurse is the most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acknowledging the client’s fear and discussing the procedure provides reassurance and addresses concerns therapeutically.