by maryse.sanford
The NCLEX Quiz is your gateway to assessing your readiness for the National Council Licensure Examination. This quiz covers a range of topics essential for nursing practice, from pharmacology to patient care. Test your knowledge, identify your strengths, and pinpoint areas for improvement. Remember, every question you answer brings you one step closer to your goal. Best of luck, future nurse!
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NCLEX Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the primary purpose of the NCLEX exam?
To test general knowledge
To assess nursing competencies
To evaluate physical fitness
To measure emotional intelligence
2. Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid analgesics?
Hypertension
Diarrhea
Constipation
Increased appetite
3. What is the normal range for adult blood pressure?
90/60 mmHg
120/80 mmHg
140/90 mmHg
160/100 mmHg
4. Which vitamin is essential for calcium absorption in the body?
Vitamin A
Vitamin B12
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
5. What is the primary function of red blood cells?
To fight infection
To transport oxygen
To clot blood
To produce hormones
6. Which of the following is a symptom of hypoglycemia?
Increased thirst
Blurred vision
Sweating
Frequent urination
7. What is the recommended position for a patient experiencing shock?
Supine with legs elevated
Sitting upright
Lying on the left side
Prone with head elevated
8. Which electrolyte imbalance is most commonly associated with cardiac arrhythmias?
Hypernatremia
Hypokalemia
Hypercalcemia
Hypomagnesemia
9. Which of the following is a priority nursing intervention for a patient with a fever?
Administering antibiotics
Providing a cooling blanket
Encouraging fluid intake
Monitoring blood pressure
10. What is the primary purpose of administering a diuretic?
To increase urine output
To reduce pain
To lower blood sugar
To promote sleep
11. Which of the following is an early sign of respiratory distress in a patient?
Cyanosis
Bradycardia
Tachypnea
Hypotension
12. Which of the following is a characteristic of chronic pain?
Sudden onset
Short duration
Persistent and long-lasting
Easily localized
13. What is the primary action of insulin in the body?
To increase blood pressure
To lower blood glucose levels
To promote digestion
To stimulate red blood cell production
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