NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Question Bank Free Questions
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Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is a risk factor for toxic shock syndrome (TSS)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using tampons only at night increases TSS risk due to prolonged use, allowing bacterial growth. Frequent changing and alternating with pads reduce risk.
Question 2 of 5
You assess your family as having a deficit in terms of their instrumental activities of daily living (ADLs). Which healthcare professional would you most likely refer this family to in order to address this deficit?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Occupational therapists specialize in helping individuals improve their ability to perform instrumental activities of daily living (e.g., managing finances, cooking), making them the most appropriate referral for this deficit.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of peptic ulcer disease who is experiencing hematemesis. Which of the following interventions is the highest priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inserting a nasogastric tube is the priority to assess and manage active bleeding in hematemesis.
Question 4 of 5
When obtaining the nursing history of a client who has diabetes mellitus, the nurse should assess the client for which of the following early symptom of renal insufficiency?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Polyuria is an early symptom of renal insufficiency in diabetes due to impaired kidney function affecting urine concentration. Oliguria, anuria, and dysuria are later or less specific.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse monitors the client for a hypoglycemic reaction, knowing that NPH insulin peaks in approximately how many hours following administration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NPH is an intermediate-acting insulin with a peak time in 4 to 12 hours. The remaining options describe periods of time that are either too short or too long.