NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which information should be reported to the state Board of Nursing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Incorrect narcotic counts suggest potential diversion or mismanagement of controlled substances, which must be reported to the state Board of Nursing.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has documented a treatment on the wrong client's record. Which of the following methods of indicating the error is correct?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A single line through the error with 'error' written above and initialed (
A) maintains transparency while correcting the record. Correction fluid (
B) is unacceptable, multiple lines (
C) obscure the record, and margin notes (
D) are insufficient.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse caring for a client diagnosed with metastatic cancer of the bone is exhibiting mental confusion and a BP of 150/100. Which laboratory value would correlate with the client's symptoms reflecting a common complication with this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bone metastasis often causes hypercalcemia (calcium 13 mg/dL is elevated), leading to confusion and hypertension. The other values are normal or unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client post-myocardial infarction on the cardiac unit. The client is exhibiting symptoms of shock. Which clinical manifestation is the best indicator that the shock is cardiogenic rather than anaphylactic?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chest pain is a hallmark of cardiogenic shock due to myocardial infarction, reflecting cardiac ischemia. Anaphylactic shock typically involves allergic symptoms like urticaria or bronchospasm. Low BP, anxiety, and normal temperature are nonspecific.
Question 5 of 5
The charge nurse considers both patient-related and staff-related factors when making daily assignments. All of the following are patient-related factors EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nurse-to-client ratio is a staff-related factor, affecting workload distribution. Ventilation, medications, and isolation are patient-specific needs.