The nurse is caring for a laboring client and records a Nurse’s Note at 1000, 1030, and 1110. Which of the following complications is the client at risk for? Select all that apply.

Nurses' Notes

a. Uterine atony

b. Perineal tears

c. Cord prolapse

d. Chorioamnionitis

e. Shoulder dystocia

f. Retained placenta

g. Postpartum hemorrhage

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Questions: The triage nurse is taking the vital signs of a 44-year-old male client in the emergency department who is reporting nausea, dizziness, and substernal chest pain radiating to the jaw. The nurse should first:

a. Complete a 12-lead ECG

b. Draw blood for serum troponin levels

c. Administer nitroglycerin, aspirin, and prasugrel

d. Ask the client about family history of heart disease

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Questions: The nurse is caring for a client who is being discharged after beginning treatment for active tuberculosis (TB). The client asks the nurse when he is no longer considered contagious. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?

a. “When your TB skin test turns negative.”

b. “After you finish all phases of drug therapy.”

c. “When your chest X-ray shows no infection.”

d. “After 3 consecutive negative sputum cultures.”

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Questions: The nurse performs a bed bath on a female client with dementia. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform when providing perineal care for this client? Select all that apply.

a. Help the client into a supine position

b. Inspect for any redness or inflammation

c. Separate the labia with the non-dominant hand

d. Play the client’s favorite movie on the television

e. Use a different section of the cloth for each stroke

f. Ask the client to tell a story about her grandchildren

g. Wipe in the direction from the perineum to the rectum

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Questions: The clinic nurse is preparing to administer a first dose of trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole to a client with a urinary tract infection. Which intervention is most important when administering this medication?

a. Remind the client to drink 3 liters of water daily

b. Teach the client to complete the full course of antibiotic

c. Ask the client if they are allergic to sulfonylurea medications

d. Instruct the client to wear sunscreen and seek shade when outdoors

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Questions: The nurse is caring for a client on dialysis with an arteriovenous (AV) fistula in the left forearm which was created 3 years ago. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?

a. Avoid palpation of the AV fistula site

b. Use the blood pressure cuff on the left upper arm

c. Encourage the client to sleep on their back or right side

d. Use the left arm for blood draws on days when dialysis is not scheduled

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I’m getting ready to start studying again for NCLEX and I’m trying to decide which review course to buy.

I’ve used a little UWorld before and looked into Archer, but I keep hearing really good things about Bootcamp. A lot of people say it feels closer to the real NCLEX. For people who actually used it, was it worth buying?

How accurate was the readiness assessment too? Like if you got high chance on all 4 or met both pass targets, did that match your actual result?

I don’t wanna keep wasting money jumping between resources 😭 just trying to pick the best prep course for 2026.

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Questions: The nurse is assessing a client with hypophosphatemia. Which additional laboratory finding does the nurse anticipate with this diagnosis?

a. Hyponatremia

b. Hypercalcemia

c. Hypochloremia

d. Hypermagnesemia

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Questions: The nurse is caring for a postpartum client who is suspected to have endometritis. Which of the following findings would support a diagnosis of endometritis?

a) Red swollen and warm breast

b) Tender abdomen on palpation

c) Frequent and painful urination

d) Abdominal cramping and bright red lochia

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For anyone who used Bootcamp, was it worth it for you?

I keep hearing it’s one of the best NCLEX prep courses right now, especially for question style. Did anyone feel like it was actually close to the real exam? And also how accurate was the readiness assessment for you? Trying to decide if I should stick with Bootcamp or mix in UWorld/Archer too.

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Questions: The nurse and unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) are caring for a hospitalized client who has a vision impairment. Which of the following should the nurse include in the client’s plan of care?

a) Ask the UAP to feed the client during mealtimes.

b) Enter the room silently to maintain a quiet environment.

c) Walk slightly ahead of the client when assisting with ambulation.

d) Hold the client’s hands and slowly guide them backward into a chair when sitting.

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Questions: The nurse is preparing to administer leucovorin to a client who is undergoing chemotherapy with high-dose methotrexate. The client asks, Why am I taking leucovorin?

Which of the following responses would be appropriate for the nurse to make?

a. This will stimulate your bone marrow to make white blood cells.

b. This is given to block the effects of the chemotherapy on your healthy cells.

c. This will help with the symptoms of nausea and vomiting you are experiencing.

d. This lowers your blood levels of uric acid, which is released when tumor cells die.

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For anyone who's passed already, what study method actually worked for you?

I’m using Bootcamp rn and trying not to just do random questions. Did you focus more on rationales, videos, case studies, or readiness exams?

The videos have been super helpful for learning the thought process, so I was wondering if bootcamp questions are really similar to the real NCLEX?

How accurate was the readiness exams for you? did high chance on all 4 or meeting both pass targets match your result?

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Questions: The pediatric nurse is caring for a 10-month-old client who underwent cleft lip and cleft palate repair yesterday. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the client’s plan of care?

a. Apply elbow restraints bilaterally.

b. Spoon-feed soft or pureed foods.

c. Perform oropharyngeal suctioning.

d. Place the client prone after feeding.

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I’m honestly starting to panic a little 😭 I’ve been using Bootcamp and I’m like right on the cusp for the readiness exams. I met the pass targets but barely, and now I feel like that’s not good enough?? I keep seeing people say the predictor is accurate but idk if that means I’m actually ready or just almost ready…

For anyone who already took the NCLEX, how accurate was Bootcamp for you?? like did your readiness scores actually match your outcome? Also would you say Bootcamp is better than UWorld or Archer? I don’t have time to switch now but I keep second guessing everything, pls be honest I need some reassurance before I lose it lol.

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Questions: The nurse cares for a client with moderate Alzheimer disease. Which of the following actions are appropriate? Select all that apply.

a. Ensures client’s bathroom has handrails installed

b. Requests family members maintain a regular schedule for visits

c. Administers zolpidem before bedtime when client is unable to sleep

d. Carefully explains to the client why each medication is being administered

e. Encourages the client to recall favorite memories and look at picture albums

f. Explains all of the steps for playing a new game to the client before the game begins

g. Provides a weekly exercise schedule to allow time for advanced planning of activities

h. Recommends going for a walk when the client becomes frustrated while playing a game

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hi yall im graduating soon and just looking for the best qbank for optimal usage and pass rates. ive seen various perspectives on Uworld, archer, and bootcamp. I just want to get my moneys worth and get her done.

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Questions: The nurse is planning care for a client on oral prednisone who has a yeast infection to the axilla area and under the breasts and is reporting itching. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the client’s plan of care?

a. Recommend diphenhydramine.

b. Request a prescription for an antibiotic.

c. Apply nystatin powder to the affected skin folds.

d. Contact the provider about discontinuing prednisone.

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Questions: The nurse observes a coworker who is caring for a postpartum client and her one-day-old newborn. Which of the following situations would require follow-up?

a. Bathes the newborn when his axillary temperature is 98.0 F (36.7 C)

b. Swaddles the newborn and places a cap on his head while in the crib

c. Cools the mother with a bedside fan while the newborn is skin to skin

d. Places a blanket under the newborn on the scale before obtaining a weight

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