NCLEX Drills
Nclex Comprehensive Drills
- 1.
Which individual is at greatest risk for developing hypertension?
- A.
45 year-old African American attorney
- B.
60 year-old Asian American shop owner
- C.
40 year-old Caucasian nurse
- D.
55 year-old Hispanic teacher
Correct Answer
A. 45 year-old African American attorneyExplanation
45 year-old African American attorney The incidence of hypertension is greater among African Americans than other groups in the US. The incidence among the Hispanic population is rising.Rate this question:
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- 2.
A child who ingested 15 maximum strength acetaminophen tablets 45 minutes ago is seen in the emergency department. Which of these orders should the nurse do first?
- A.
Gastric lavage PRN
- B.
Acetylcysteine (mucomyst) for age per pharmacy
- C.
Start an IV Dextrose 5% with 0.33% normal saline to keep vein open
- D.
Activated charcoal per pharmacy
Correct Answer
A. Gastric lavage PRNExplanation
Gastric lavage PRN Removing as much of the drug as possible is the first step in treatment for this drug overdose. This is best done by gastric lavage. The next drug to give would be activated charcoal, then mucomyst and lastly the IV fluids.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which complication of cardiac catheterization should the nurse monitor for in the initial 24 hours after the procedure?
- A.
Angina at rest
- B.
Thrombus formation
- C.
Dizziness
- D.
Falling blood pressure
Correct Answer
B. Thrombus formationExplanation
The correct answer is B: thrombus formation Thrombus formation in the coronary arteries is a potential problem in the initial 24 hours after a cardiac catheterization. A falling BP occurs along with hemorrhage of the insertion site which is associated with the first 12 hours after the procedure.Rate this question:
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- 4.
A client is admitted to the emergency room with renal calculi and is complaining of moderate to severe flank pain and nausea. The client’s temperature is 100.8 degrees Fahrenheit. The priority nursing goal for this client is
- A.
Maintain fluid and electrolyte balance
- B.
Control nausea
- C.
Manage pain
- D.
Prevent urinary tract infection
Correct Answer
C. Manage painExplanation
The correct answer is C: Manage pain The immediate goal of therapy is to alleviate the client’s pain.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What would the nurse expect to see while assessing the growth of children during their school age years?
- A.
Decreasing amounts of body fat and muscle mass
- B.
Little change in body appearance from year to year
- C.
Progressive height increase of 4 inches each year
- D.
Yearly weight gain of about 5.5 pounds per year
Correct Answer
D. Yearly weight gain of about 5.5 pounds per yearExplanation
The correct answer is D: Yearly weight gain of about 5.5 pounds per year School age children gain about 5.5 pounds each year and increase about 2 inches in height.Rate this question:
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- 6.
At a community health fair the blood pressure of a 62 year-old client is 160/96. The client states “My blood pressure is usually much lower.” The nurse should tell the client to
- A.
Go get a blood pressure check within the next 48 to 72 hours
- B.
Check blood pressure again in 2 months
- C.
See the health care provider immediately
- D.
Visit the health care provider within 1 week for a BP check
Correct Answer
A. Go get a blood pressure check within the next 48 to 72 hoursExplanation
The correct answer is A: go get a blood pressure check within the next 48 to 72 hours The blood pressure reading is moderately high with the need to have it rechecked in a few days. The client states it is ‘usually much lower.’ Thus a concern exists for complications such as stroke. However immediate check by the provider of care is not warranted. Waiting 2 months or a week for follow-up is too longRate this question:
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- 7.
The hospital has sounded the call for a disaster drill on the evening shift. Which of these clients would the nurse put first on the list to be discharged in order to make a room available for a new admission?
- A.
A middle aged client with a history of being ventilator dependent for over 7 years and admitted with bacterial pneumonia five days ago
- B.
A young adult with diabetes mellitus Type 2 for over 10 years and admitted with antibiotic induced diarrhea 24 hours ago
- C.
An elderly client with a history of hypertension, hypercholesterolemia and lupus, and was admitted with Stevens-Johnson syndrome that morning
- D.
An adolescent with a positive HIV test and admitted for acute cellulitus of the lower leg 48 hours ago
Correct Answer
A. A middle aged client with a history of being ventilator dependent for over 7 years and admitted with bacterial pneumonia five days agoExplanation
The correct answer is A: A middle aged client with a history of being ventilator dependent for over 7 years and admitted with bacterial pneumonia five days ago The best candidate for discharge is one who has had a chronic condition and is most familiar with their care. This client in option A is most likely stable and could continue medication therapy at home.Rate this question:
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- 8.
A 3 year-old child comes to the pediatric clinic after the sudden onset of findings that include irritability, thick muffled voice, croaking on inspiration, hot to touch, sit leaning forward, tongue protruding, drooling and suprasternal retractions. What should the nurse do first?
- A.
Prepare the child for x-ray of upper airways
- B.
Examine the child's throat
- C.
Collect a sputum specimen
- D.
Notify the healthcare provider of the child's status
Correct Answer
D. Notify the healthcare provider of the child's statusExplanation
The correct answer is D: Notify the health care provider of the child''s status These findings suggest a medical emergency and may be due to epiglottises. Any child with an acute onset of an inflammatory response in the mouth and throat should receive immediate attention in a facility equipped to perform intubation or a tracheostomy in the event of further or complete obstruction.Rate this question:
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- 9.
In children suspected to have a diagnosis of diabetes, which one of the following complaints would be most likely to prompt parents to take their school age child for evaluation?
- A.
Polyphagia
- B.
Dehydration
- C.
Bed wetting
- D.
Weight loss
Correct Answer
C. Bed wettingExplanation
The correct answer is C: Bed wetting In children, fatigue and bed wetting are the chief complaints that prompt parents to take their child for evaluation. Bed wetting in a school age child is readily detected by the parentsRate this question:
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