NCLEX-RN
Mock NCLEX RN Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following describes the language development of a two-year-old?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A two-year-old typically can combine three or four words to form simple sentences (e.g., 'Me want milk'). They understand basic concepts like 'yes' and 'no,' but not all words. Repeatedly asking 'why?' is more common in older preschoolers.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of a heart transplant is receiving Cyclosporine (Sandimmune). The nurse should monitor the client for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cyclosporine suppresses immunity, increasing infection risk, requiring vigilant monitoring. Hypotension, hyperkalemia, and weight loss are less common.
Question 3 of 5
Which clients can be assigned to share a room in the emergency department during a disaster?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A pregnant client and a client with a fractured arm have stable non-infectious conditions suitable for sharing a room. The other pairs include clients with unstable (cyanosis abdominal wound chest pain) or infectious (MRS
A) conditions or psychiatric issues requiring isolation.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of a hiatal hernia is being discharged. The nurse should teach the client to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Carbonated beverages increase gastric pressure, worsening hiatal hernia symptoms. Sleeping upright, small meals, and avoiding lying down post-meals are also recommended.
Question 5 of 5
The client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is prescribed ipratropium (Atrovent). The nurse should teach the client to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ipratropium, an anticholinergic bronchodilator, can cause blurred vision, a side effect requiring immediate reporting. It is not taken with meals, is used every 6–8 hours, and water restriction is unnecessary.