NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Simulated Exam Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
The mitral valve is synonymous with the term:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The mitral valve, also known as the bicuspid valve, is located between the left atrium and the left ventricle, regulating blood flow from the left atrium into the left ventricle. The term 'bicuspid' refers to the valve's two cusps or leaflets. This distinguishes it from the tricuspid valve (
Choice
D), which has three cusps, making
Choice D incorrect. The left ventricle (
Choice
A) and right atrium (
Choice
B) are not synonymous with the mitral valve.
Therefore, the correct answer is C: Bicuspid valve.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is diagnosed with essential hypertension. Which of the following blood pressures would you expect to see in this patient prior to taking medications for the condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Before starting medications for essential hypertension, a patient would typically present with a blood pressure reading equal to or greater than 140/90. This indicates high blood pressure and is characteristic of essential hypertension.
Choice A, 142/92, falls within this range, making it the correct answer.
Choices B (118/72), C (120/80), and D (138/88) all have blood pressure readings that are within the normal range and would not typically be expected in a patient diagnosed with essential hypertension.
Therefore, choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not align with the elevated blood pressure levels seen in essential hypertension.
Question 3 of 5
During an initial assessment interview, which statement made by a patient should serve as the priority focus for the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The statement about hearing evil voices indicates that the patient is experiencing auditory hallucinations, which is a significant symptom that requires immediate attention and intervention. This symptom can be associated with serious mental health conditions like psychosis.
Choices A, B, and C are more general statements that do not provide specific information about the patient's mental health status or symptoms, making them less urgent and not as critical for the plan of care compared to the presence of auditory hallucinations.
Question 4 of 5
What is the flap of tissue that covers the trachea upon swallowing called?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Epiglottis. The epiglottis is a flap of tissue that covers the trachea when swallowing to prevent food or liquid from entering the airway.
Choice A, Epidermis, is the outer layer of the skin and is not related to the trachea.
Choice B, Endocardium, is the inner lining of the heart chambers and is also unrelated to the trachea.
Choice D, Epistaxis, refers to a nosebleed and is not the correct term for the tissue covering the trachea.
Question 5 of 5
The abbreviation pc is defined as ________________.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: 'after the meal.' In medical terminology, 'pc' is an abbreviation for 'post cibum,' which means 'after eating' or 'after the meal.' This term is used to indicate when a medication should be taken concerning meals.
Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. 'Before the meal' (
A) is typically abbreviated as 'ac,' 'with the meal' (
B) is abbreviated as 'pc,' and 'post corpi' (
D) is not a valid medical abbreviation or term.