NCLEX RN Predictor Exam

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Question 1 of 5.

A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is often delayed because of the varied symptoms experienced by those affected with the disease. Which symptom is most common in those with multiple sclerosis?

A. Resting tremors

B. Double vision

C. Flaccid paralysis

D. Pill-rolling tremors

Explanation: Double vision (diplopia) is a common early symptom of multiple sclerosis due to demyelination affecting the optic nerves or brainstem.

Question 2 of 5.

A child with Down syndrome has a developmental age of four years. According to the Denver Developmental Assessment, the four-year-old should be able to:

A. Draw a man in six parts

B. Give his first and last name

C. Dress without supervision

D. Define a list of words

Explanation: Per the Denver Developmental Screening Test, a four-year-old should be able to state their first and last name, a milestone achievable despite Down syndrome delays.

Question 3 of 5.

Parents of a toddler are dismayed when they learn that their child has Duchenne's muscular dystrophy. Which statement describes the inheritance pattern of the disorder?

A. An affected gene is located on one of the 21 pairs of autosomes.

B. The disorder is caused by an over-replication of the X chromosome in males.

C. The affected gene is located on the Y chromosome of the father.

D. The affected gene is located on the X chromosome of the mother.

Explanation: Duchenne's muscular dystrophy is an X-linked recessive disorder, with the affected gene on the mother's X chromosome, primarily affecting males.

Question 4 of 5.

The physician has ordered an infusion of Osmitrol (mannitol) for a client with increased intracranial pressure. Which finding indicates the direct effectiveness of the drug?

A. Increased pulse rate

B. Increased urinary output

C. Decreased diastolic blood pressure

D. Increased pupil size

Explanation: Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic that reduces intracranial pressure by increasing urinary output, drawing fluid from the brain.

Question 5 of 5.

The nurse is administering Dilantin (phenytoin) via a nasogastric (NG) tube. When giving the medication, the nurse should:

A. Flush the NG tube with 2-4 mL of water before giving the medication

B. Administer the medication, flush with 5 mL of water, and clamp the NG tube

C. Flush the NG tube with 5 mL of normal saline and administer the medication

D. Flush the NG tube with 2-4oz of water before and after giving the medication

Explanation: Flushing the NG tube with 5 mL of normal saline before administering phenytoin ensures tube patency and prevents clogging, maintaining effective delivery.

Question 1 of 5.

A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is often delayed because of the varied symptoms experienced by those affected with the disease. Which symptom is most common in those with multiple sclerosis?

A. Resting tremors

B. Double vision

C. Flaccid paralysis

D. Pill-rolling tremors

Question 2 of 5.

A child with Down syndrome has a developmental age of four years. According to the Denver Developmental Assessment, the four-year-old should be able to:

A. Draw a man in six parts

B. Give his first and last name

C. Dress without supervision

D. Define a list of words

Question 3 of 5.

Parents of a toddler are dismayed when they learn that their child has Duchenne's muscular dystrophy. Which statement describes the inheritance pattern of the disorder?

A. An affected gene is located on one of the 21 pairs of autosomes.

B. The disorder is caused by an over-replication of the X chromosome in males.

C. The affected gene is located on the Y chromosome of the father.

D. The affected gene is located on the X chromosome of the mother.

Question 4 of 5.

The physician has ordered an infusion of Osmitrol (mannitol) for a client with increased intracranial pressure. Which finding indicates the direct effectiveness of the drug?

A. Increased pulse rate

B. Increased urinary output

C. Decreased diastolic blood pressure

D. Increased pupil size

Question 5 of 5.

The nurse is administering Dilantin (phenytoin) via a nasogastric (NG) tube. When giving the medication, the nurse should:

A. Flush the NG tube with 2-4 mL of water before giving the medication

B. Administer the medication, flush with 5 mL of water, and clamp the NG tube

C. Flush the NG tube with 5 mL of normal saline and administer the medication

D. Flush the NG tube with 2-4oz of water before and after giving the medication

Question 1 of 5.

A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is often delayed because of the varied symptoms experienced by those affected with the disease. Which symptom is most common in those with multiple sclerosis?

A. Resting tremors

B. Double vision

C. Flaccid paralysis

D. Pill-rolling tremors

Question 2 of 5.

A child with Down syndrome has a developmental age of four years. According to the Denver Developmental Assessment, the four-year-old should be able to:

A. Draw a man in six parts

B. Give his first and last name

C. Dress without supervision

D. Define a list of words

Question 3 of 5.

Parents of a toddler are dismayed when they learn that their child has Duchenne's muscular dystrophy. Which statement describes the inheritance pattern of the disorder?

A. An affected gene is located on one of the 21 pairs of autosomes.

B. The disorder is caused by an over-replication of the X chromosome in males.

C. The affected gene is located on the Y chromosome of the father.

D. The affected gene is located on the X chromosome of the mother.

Question 4 of 5.

The physician has ordered an infusion of Osmitrol (mannitol) for a client with increased intracranial pressure. Which finding indicates the direct effectiveness of the drug?

A. Increased pulse rate

B. Increased urinary output

C. Decreased diastolic blood pressure

D. Increased pupil size

Question 5 of 5.

The nurse is administering Dilantin (phenytoin) via a nasogastric (NG) tube. When giving the medication, the nurse should:

A. Flush the NG tube with 2-4 mL of water before giving the medication

B. Administer the medication, flush with 5 mL of water, and clamp the NG tube

C. Flush the NG tube with 5 mL of normal saline and administer the medication

D. Flush the NG tube with 2-4oz of water before and after giving the medication

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