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Posted by Cedric on Aug 30, 2011
This site was created with only one goal, to help student nurses overcome the challenges of the NCLEX Exam. Though this may not be a NCLEX-CAT type exam, we are 100% convinced that it will improve your chances of passing the NCLEX exam. All of our nurses have put a great amount of time, energy and effort to make this site possible. Take some time to review the NCLEX Prep tests... Continue Reading

NCLEX Questions on Gynecology, Obstetrics Answers and Rationale

Posted by admin on Jan 19, 2011
View Questions 1.    Answer: A. Effects of estrogen: •    Inhibits the production of FSH •    Causes hypertrophy of the myometrium •    Increases the quantity and pH of cervical mucus, causing it to become thin and watery and can be stretched to a distance of 10-13 cm. Effects of Progesterone ... Continue Reading

NCLEX Questions on Gynecology, Obstetrics

Posted by admin on Jan 18, 2011
by: Daisy Jane, RN Situation: During an Anatomy and Physiology class, the lecturer discussed about the female reproductive system. 1.    Estrogen, one of the hormones regulating cyclic activities in female reproductive system is responsible for which effect? a.    Increases the quantity and pH of cervical mucus, causing it to become thin and watery and can be stretched... Continue Reading

Respiratory Disorders NCLEX Review Answers and Rationale

Posted by admin on Jan 13, 2011
by: Daisy Jane, RN View Questions 1.    Answer: C. Mantoux test is read 48-72 hours after injection. 2.    Answer: A. Mantoux tests are done intradermally. 3.    Answer: D. Mantoux test is considered positive for Mycobacterium Tubercle Bacilli if the induration is 10 mm or more. For HIV positive clients, induration of 5mm is... Continue Reading

Respiratory Disorders NCLEX Review

Posted by admin on Jan 12, 2011
1.    A Mantoux test signifies exposure to Mycobacterium Tubercle Bacilli. The test is read for how many hours after injection? a.    1 hour b.    12-24 hours c.    48-72 hours d.    2 hours 2.    A nurse is about to perform a Mantoux test. The test is done by using which route? a.    Intradermal b.    Intramuscular c.    Subcutaneous d.    IM... Continue Reading

NCLEX Questions Hematology Answers and Rationale

Posted by admin on Dec 16, 2010
View Questions 1.    Answer C. The three criteria for a client to be diagnosed with AIDS are the following: •    HIV positive •    CD4+ T-cell count below 200 cells/microliter •    Have one or more specific conditions that include acute infection of HIV 2.    Answer D. Keyword: MOST EASILY. Rationale: HIV is MOST EASILY transmitted in blood, semen and... Continue Reading

NCLEX Questions Hematology

Posted by admin on Dec 15, 2010
by: Daisy Jane, RN 1.    Ms. X is diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). The nurse caring for this patient is aware that for a patient to be diagnosed with HIV she should have which condition? a.    Infection of HIV, have a CD4+ T-cell count of 500 cells/microliter, history of acute HIV infection b.   ... Continue Reading

NCLEX Questions for Oncologic Disorders Answers and Rationale

Posted by admin on Nov 23, 2010
View Questions 1.    Answer: B. Early detection of cancer is promoted by annual oral examination, monthly BSE from age 20, annual chest x-ray, yearly digital rectal examination for persons over age 40, annual Pap smear from age 40 and annual physical and blood examination. Letter B is wrong because it says Pap smear should be done yearly for sexually active... Continue Reading

NCLEX Questions for Oncologic Disorders

Posted by admin on Nov 22, 2010
by: Daisy Jane, RN Test Questions for Oncologic Disorders 1.    A 25 year old patient is inquiring about the methods or ways to detect cancer earlier. The nurse least likely identify this method by stating: a.    Annual chest x-ray. b.    Annual Pap smear for sexually active women only. c.    Annual digital... Continue Reading

NCLEX Review Questions – Genitourinary System Part 2 Answers and Rationale

Posted by admin on Nov 17, 2010
View Questions 1.    Answer B. Reports of bladder spasms and the urge to void suggest that a blood clot may be occluding the catheter. After TURP, urine normally appears red to pink, and normal saline irrigant usually is infused at a rate of 40 to 60 drops/minute or according to facility protocol. The amount of returned fluid (1,200 ml) should correspond to the... Continue Reading

NCLEX Review Questions – Genitourinary System Part 2

Posted by admin on Nov 16, 2010
1.    After having transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), a Mr. Locke returns to the unit with a three-way indwelling urinary catheter and continuous closed bladder irrigation. Which finding suggests that the client’s catheter is occluded? a.    The urine in the drainage bag appears red to pink. b.    The client reports bladder spasms and the urge to... Continue Reading