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NCLEX Quiz

by Karia WhitfieldPublished: November 21, 2025

Preparing for the NCLEX can be a rigorous yet rewarding process. This quiz aims to sharpen your skills and boost your confidence by presenting a variety of questions that reflect the depth and breadth of the NCLEX exam. Answer each question thoughtfully and use the explanations to enhance your understanding. You’re on your way to becoming a competent and confident nurse!
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NCLEX Quiz
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1. What is the primary purpose of the NCLEX exam?
Understanding the goal of the NCLEX.

NCLEX Quiz Questions Overview

1. What is the primary purpose of the NCLEX exam?

To assess a nurse’s clinical skills
To evaluate a nurse’s theoretical knowledge
To ensure public protection by assessing the competency of nursing candidates
To provide a benchmark for nursing education programs

2. Which electrolyte imbalance is most likely to cause cardiac arrhythmias?

Hyperkalemia
Hypokalemia
Hypercalcemia
Hypocalcemia

3. What is the normal range for adult blood pressure?

90/60 mmHg to 120/80 mmHg
100/70 mmHg to 140/90 mmHg
110/60 mmHg to 130/80 mmHg
120/80 mmHg to 160/100 mmHg

4. Which of the following is a symptom of hypoglycemia?

Polyuria
Polydipsia
Diaphoresis
Dry skin

5. What is the primary action of insulin in the body?

Increases blood glucose levels
Decreases blood glucose levels
Increases glycogen breakdown
Decreases protein synthesis

6. Which type of isolation precaution is required for a patient with tuberculosis?

Contact precautions
Droplet precautions
Airborne precautions
Standard precautions

7. What is the antidote for an overdose of warfarin?

Vitamin K
Protamine sulfate
Naloxone
Atropine

8. Which of the following is a sign of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?

Bradycardia
Hypotension
Tachypnea
Hyperthermia

9. What is the recommended position for a patient experiencing shock?

Supine
Trendelenburg
Fowler’s
Prone

10. Which lab value is the best indicator of renal function?

Serum creatinine
Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
Urine specific gravity
Serum potassium

11. What is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis?

Antihistamines
Corticosteroids
Epinephrine
Bronchodilators

12. Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid analgesics?

Diarrhea
Hypertension
Constipation
Tachycardia

13. Which vitamin is essential for calcium absorption?

Vitamin A
Vitamin B12
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
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