NCLEX-RN
Mock NCLEX RN Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which one of the following situations represents a maturational crisis for the family?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A maturational crisis involves normal developmental transitions, such as a child entering nursery school, which can stress family dynamics.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a history of migraines about trigger avoidance. The nurse should tell the client to avoid:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chocolate is a common migraine trigger, potentially causing vasoconstriction or neurotransmitter changes, so it should be avoided.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of oligohydramnios. Which finding is most likely to be present?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oligohydramnios (low amniotic fluid) can restrict fetal movement due to limited space making decreased fetal movement a likely finding. Fetal heart rate may be normal or show distress uterine size is smaller and macrosomia is unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
Which one of the following statements is correct when measuring the client for crutches?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Proper crutch fitting requires a gap of about three inches (or two to three fingerbreadths) between the crutch top and the axilla to prevent nerve damage. The elbow should flex at about 30°, and crutches extend about 6 inches laterally from the foot.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is evaluating the evidence-based practice used for the units' client care standards. Which of the following provides the most support for evidence-based practice?
Correct Answer: B, D, E
Rationale: Evidence-based practice relies on practice guidelines (
B), research articles (
D), and systematic reviews (E) for high-quality evidence. Client preference (
A) and care plans (
C) are individualized but less rigorous.