NCLEX

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Secrets from an NCLEX insider—revealed!

We asked an NCLEX guru for her best insider advice on approaching the exam and “cracking the code” on test day. Get her tips!

NCLEX practice exam XVIII

The nurse on oncology is caring for a client with a white blood count of 600. During evening visitation, a visitor brings a potted plant. What action should the nurse take?…

Nursing licensure: Practicing across state lines

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Are you ready to pass the NCLEX? Whether you’re feeling confident or chewing up your highlighter cap in anticipation, one thing’s for certain: This is one B-I-G test! Each exam taker will answer a minimum of 75 questions. Get prepared …

NCLEX practice exam XVII

A client is admitted with a Ewing’s sarcoma. Which symptoms would be expected due to this tumor’s location?…

NCLEX practice exam XVI

The nurse is performing discharge instruction to a client with an implantable defibrillator. What discharge instruction is essential?…

NCLEX practice exam XV

A client visits the clinic after the death of a parent. Which statement made by the client’s sister signifies abnormal grieving?…

NCLEX practice exam XIV

The graduate nurse is assigned to care for the client on ventilator support, pending organ donation. Which goal should receive priority?…

NCLEX practice exam XIII

The client with a myocardial infarction comes to the nurse’s station stating that he is ready to go home because there is nothing wrong with him. Which defense mechanism is the client using?…

NCLEX practice exam XII

The client delivered a nine-pound infant two days ago. An effective means of managing discomfort from an episiotomy is…

NCLEX practice exam XI

A new nursing graduate indicates in charting entries that he is a licensed registered nurse, although he has not yet received the results of the licensing exam….

NCLEX practice exam X

The nurse is planning room assignments for the day. Which client should be assigned to a private room if only one is available?…

NCLEX practice exam IX

A 6-year-old with cerebral palsy functions at the level of an 18-month-old. Which finding would support that assessment?…

Ninja study skills

As a nursing student, I’ve culled together some great study ideas that I hope can help you. For example, here’s a greg tip I learned from a former professor: Change the sequence of how you are studying a subject every time you visit the subject.

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