NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which finding is associated with secondary syphilis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Secondary syphilis is characterized by a generalized rash, often on the palms and soles.
Question 2 of 5
A client diagnosed with COPD is receiving theophylline. Morning laboratory values reveal a theophylline level of 38 mcg/mL. The most appropriate action by the nurse would be to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A theophylline level of 38 mcg/mL is toxic (therapeutic range: 10-20 mcg/mL), requiring immediate physician notification to prevent complications like seizures.
Question 3 of 5
Place the steps for an abdominal assessment in the correct order.
Order the Items
Source Container
Correct Answer: C,A,D,B
Rationale: Abdominal assessment order: inspection (visual assessment), auscultation (bowel sounds before manipulation), percussion (assess density), palpation (last to avoid altering bowel sounds).
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is monitoring the labs of a client admitted with viral hepatitis. Which of the following lab findings would the nurse expect for this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, C, D
Rationale: Viral hepatitis typically causes increased AST, elevated ammonia, and low serum albumin due to liver damage, while ALT is usually increased, not decreased, and prothrombin time is prolonged.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is precepting a student nurse in the ICU. Which statement regarding student nurses is correct? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Student nurses can assist with tasks like repositioning (
B), provide care under supervision (
D), and discuss cases in educational settings without identifiers (E). They cannot administer medications independently (
A) or determine interventions (
C).