NCLEX-RN
NCLEX Practice Test RN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When interviewing parents who are suspected of child abuse, the nurse would use which of the following interview techniques?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse must be honest, direct, professional, and attentive in her interview to gain the parent's trust. The nurse should approach the parents in private, away from the child. Asking them to relive and evaluate the situation may be looked at as placing blame on the parents for the child's 'accident.' At this point, the parents may get defensive and stop communicating. Although you may call child protective services, the nurse should inform the parents of their responsibility to do this and explain the process to them.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is performing discharge teaching on a client at high risk for the development of skin cancer. Which instruction should be included in the client teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wearing sunscreen protects against UV radiation, a key skin cancer risk factor. Regular checkups (
A) are less specific, sunbathing at peak hours (
B) increases risk, and routine mole removal (
C) is excessive.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a spinal cord injury at C5. Which complication is the client at greatest risk for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A C5 spinal cord injury impairs diaphragm function (innervated by C3–C5), placing the client at greatest risk for respiratory depression due to weak respiratory muscles. The other complications are risks but less immediate.
Question 4 of 5
A young boy tells the nurse, 'I don't like my Dad to kiss or hug my Mom. I love my Mom and want to marry her.' The nurse recognizes this stage of growth and development as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Oedipus complex involves a young boy's erotic attachment to his mother and jealousy toward his father.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a history of type 2 diabetes about foot care. The nurse should tell the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Daily foot inspection helps detect early signs of injury or infection in type 2 diabetes, preventing complications like ulcers.