NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Next Gen Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When assessing a 2-month-old infant, the nurse feels a 'click' when abducting the infant's left hip. Which of the following should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 'click' during hip abduction suggests developmental dysplasia of the hip, so checking femur lengths helps confirm asymmetry for further evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
After several months of taking olanzapine (Zyprexa), the client reports that he is no longer hearing voices of any kind. Which of the following would confirm that the client is developing insight into his illness?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging a chemical brain imbalance shows insight into the biological basis of the illness, indicating understanding of the need for treatment.
Question 3 of 5
A client receives morphine for postoperative pain. Which of the following assessments should the nurse include in the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Morphine can cause sedation and altered mental status, requiring regular assessment to monitor for adverse effects.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of venous insufficiency. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Compression stockings improve venous return and reduce swelling in venous insufficiency.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of depression is prescribed sertraline (Zoloft). The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following side effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sertraline commonly causes insomnia, which should be reported to manage treatment.