NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which client is at risk for opportunistic diseases such as pneumocystis pneumonia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chemotherapy suppresses the immune system, increasing the risk of opportunistic infections like pneumocystis pneumonia.
Question 2 of 5
Four 6-month-old children arrive at the clinic for diphtheria-pertussis-tetanus immunization. Which child can safely receive the immunization at this time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A mild runny nose is not a contraindication for the DTaP vaccine, whereas seizures, severe allergic reactions, or fever indicate a need to delay immunization.
Question 3 of 5
Four clients are to receive medication. Which client should receive medication first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A stat dose of Lasix for labored respirations indicates an urgent need to address potential pulmonary edema, prioritizing this client.
Question 4 of 5
The charge nurse overhears the patient care assistant speaking harshly to the client with dementia. The charge nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring the interaction addresses the behavior appropriately.
Question 5 of 5
If a client with psoriasis is to begin NB-UVB phototherapy, how long should the initial treatment be?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Initial NB-UVB phototherapy starts with 30 seconds to 1 minute (
A) to assess skin tolerance and prevent burns. Longer durations (B, C,
D) are used in subsequent sessions.