NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Test Free Questions
Question 1 of 5
One week after discharge of a postpartum client, the client's husband calls the postpartum unit and asks the nurse, 'Is it normal for my wife to cry at the drop of a hat? I'm worried I've done something to upset her.' The nurse's best initial response would be:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Postpartum blues are common within the first two weeks, characterized by emotional lability. Reassuring the husband while acknowledging the normalcy of this condition is appropriate.
Question 2 of 5
A preterm infant with sepsis is receiving Gentamycin (garamycin). Which physiological alteration places the preterm infant at increased risk for toxicity related to aminoglycoside therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The immature renal system in preterm infants reduces the ability to excrete aminoglycosides like Gentamycin, increasing the risk of toxicity.
Question 3 of 5
A client who experienced a cardiac arrest and resuscitation is exhibiting characteristics of mild anoxic brain injury. Which of the following characteristics does the nurse expect her to exhibit? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E,F
Rationale: Mild anoxic brain injury may cause decreased concentration (
A), memory impairment (
C), decreased balance (E), and restlessness (F). Seizures (
B) and semicomatose state (
D) are more typical of severe injury.
Question 4 of 5
A child is admitted to the emergency room following ingestion of a bottle of Children's Tylenol. The nurse is aware that Tylenol poisoning is treated with:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acetylcysteine is the antidote for acetaminophen (Tylenol) overdose, protecting the liver from toxicity.
Question 5 of 5
A nursing instructor is preparing a lesson on the dangers of using drugs and alcohol during pregnancy. She would include which of the following as a primary disability associated with children diagnosed with fetal alcohol syndrome?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fetal alcohol syndrome causes primary disabilities like poor motor skills due to neurological damage. Promiscuity, dependency, and depression are not primary effects.