Category: Exam Prep
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Research ethics
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Test your knowledge with this NCLEX Question of the Day: Understand the principles of research ethics for a study on reducing indwelling urinary catheter time in post-surgical clients. The nurse is preparing to conduct a research study on methods to reduce indwelling urinary catheter time for post-surgical clients. Which principle(s)…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Mycolic acid
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Test your knowledge with this USMLE Step 2 Question of the Day. A 37-year-old man with a history of hypertension and frequent travel to tuberculosis-endemic regions presents for a routine visit. He has no symptoms, but his tuberculin skin test and interferon-gamma assay are positive. The patient is initiated on…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Quadruple test
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A pregnant patient’s quadruple test shows abnormal markers. Which fetal condition is most likely associated with these results?
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Arterial blood gas
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A diabetic patient arrives with altered mental status and abnormal ABG results. Learn how to interpret these values and identify the most likely disorder.
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: HIV positive
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Explore a crucial aspect of HIV management with this scenario-based USMLE Step 2 CK question. Learn about recommended screening tests for newly diagnosed HIV-positive patients. A 32-year-old biologically female patient presents to the primary care office for an initial visit after learning she is HIV-positive from a screening test. The patient does…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Sacrum injury
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In this NCLEX-RN question, explore the immediate nursing action required for a newly admitted client with a Stage I pressure injury on the sacrum. The nurse in the emergency department notes a stage I pressure injury on the sacrum of a newly admitted client. Which action should the nurse take first?…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Antidepressants
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This USMLE Step 1 Question of the Day involves a 36-year-old patient for evaluation of treatment-resistant depression. Based on the findings, identify the most likely diagnosis. A 36-year-old presents to their outpatient provider for evaluation of treatment-resistant depression. They have previously been prescribed several antidepressants; however, none of the medications…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Varicella zoster
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Test your knowledge with this NCLEX Question of the Day: Which action(s) should the nurse take to minimize the risk of spreading infection to other patients and staff? The nurse in the medical unit is caring for a client on contact precautions for varicella zoster. Which action(s) should the nurse…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
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Test your knowledge with this NCLEX Question of the Day! Discover why evaluating glucose levels first is essential to prevent complications. The nurse notes the pharmacy is late sending up a dose of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for a client who has been receiving it for several months. Which action…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Difficulty swallowing
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Learn about the USMLE Step 2 CK diagnostic approach through the case of a 67-year-old man with progressive dysphagia, weight loss, hoarseness, and chest pain. Do you know which test(s) should be given? A 67-year-old man presents to the clinic for evaluation of difficulty swallowing that began with solids and…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Cognitive decline
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An older woman presents with fluctuating cognition, visual hallucinations, and parkinsonism. What diagnosis best explains her symptoms?
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Oral symptoms
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In today’s NCLEX Question of the Day, a nurse in a community health clinic assesses a client reporting various oral symptoms. Test your knowledge by matching descriptions of abnormal oral conditions with their corresponding terms. Let’s dive in! The nurse in the community health clinic is conducting an assessment on…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Pelvic pain
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Learn about a USMLE Step 2 question involving a 28-year-old woman with a ruptured ectopic pregnancy, presenting with severe pelvic pain, hypotension, and a positive hCG. Understand the significance of emergent laparoscopy to control bleeding and remove damaged tissue.A 28-year-old woman comes to the emergency department for evaluation of right-sided…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Outer canthus
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Sharpen your nursing skills with this interactive NCLEX question on identifying eye anatomy, specifically the outer canthus, crucial for conjunctivitis assessment. The nurse is caring for a patient with suspected conjunctivitis. Identify the outer canthus in the image. Scroll down for the correct answer! The correct answer to today’s NCLEX-RN® Question…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Hepatosplenomegaly
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Prepare for USMLE Step 1 with this case! Learn about a USMLE Step 1 question involving a 62-year-old man with headaches, blurry vision, and numbness in his hands. Learn the significance of elevated IgM levels, blood viscosity, and the importance of cold agglutination in this hematologic malignancy. A 62 year-old…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Coagulation lab
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Prepare for the NCLEX with a question on coagulation lab tests. Learn to identify increased bleeding risk, like a high PTT of 108 seconds, critical for patient safety and surgery readiness. The nurse is reviewing coagulation lab test results for a patient who is scheduled for surgery later in the…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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Prepare for the NCLEX with this question! Learn priority interventions for caring for a child newly diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including collaboration with speech therapists, monitoring developmental milestones, preparing for behavioral therapy, educating caregivers about epilepsy signs, and providing information on nutritional supplements. The nurse is caring for…
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PANCE® Question of the Day: Gynecology exam
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Prepare for the PANCE with this question! Learn about osteoporosis screening using FRAX score. Understand when to assess fracture risk in postmenopausal women, even if they’re younger than 65. A 58-year-old woman presents to her gynecology PA for her yearly well-check. She has no current complaints. Her last colonoscopy was…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Sunlight sensitivity
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Prepare for USMLE Step 1 with this case! A 4-year-old boy with increased sensitivity to sunlight and facial skin changes since birth is brought in for evaluation. What’s the most likely diagnosis? A 4-year-old boy is brought to the office by his parent because of increased sensitivity to sunlight. His…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Anxiety
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Prepare for the NCLEX with this question! Learn about nursing interventions for a college student experiencing anxiety. Understand the priority interventions for managing generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) effectively. The nurse is caring for a college student who reports feeling anxious and is struggling to adjust to life away from home.…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Multiple myeloma
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Nursing interventions for a patient with multiple myeloma undergoing chemotherapy and experiencing chronic pain are essential. This NCLEX question delves into prioritizing care, including medication administration, pain assessment, and monitoring for side effects like hyperglycemia. Test your understanding of oncology nursing with this scenario-based question.The nurse in the oncology unit…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Fever and confusion
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A 57-year-old man is brought to the emergency department for fever and confusion. His partner states that he has been increasingly confused over the past 24 hours and appears more lethargic than usual. The patient has a past medical history of cirrhosis due to untreated hepatitis C. His current medications…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: IV administration
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Learn about IV medication administration in labor and delivery units, including monitoring both mother and fetus for safety and effectiveness. The nurse in a labor and delivery unit is teaching a student nurse about IV medication administration. Which statement(s) by the student nurse indicate(s) understanding of the education? Select all that…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Knee pain
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Discover the case of a 42-year-old man with knee pain, red eyes, and foot lesions post-UTI treatment. Could it be reactive arthritis? A 42-year-old man comes to his primary care physician’s office for evaluation of right knee pain, red eyes, and lesions on soles of his feet. The patient states…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
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Discover nursing priorities for a child with DKA and signs of altered breathing. Learn to assess leukemia outcomes based on infection control measures. This NCLEX question of the day covers the topic and provides essential information for nursing students and professionals. The nurse in the intensive care unit is caring…
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OMM® Question of the Day: Enlarged prostate
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Explore the role of sympathetic innervation in urinary symptoms and how manipulation of specific spinal levels can alleviate prostate-related issues. An 85-year-old man presents to the clinic complaining of needing to urinate over five times a night for the past month. He is frustrated because despite feeling an intense need…
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USMLE® Step 1 Question of the Day: Hypotonia
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Learn about Tay-Sachs disease, an autosomal recessive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by regression of motor milestones, seizures, and a distinctive cherry-red macula. An 8-month-old girl is brought to the emergency department with a seizure-like episode. The parents state the patient started contracting her upper and lower extremities for 30 seconds. Her…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Limited hip abduction
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Prepare for USMLE Step 2 with our QOTD on limited hip abduction, Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip, & Barlow maneuver. Strengthen your exam knowledge!A 5-month-old girl is brought to the pediatric clinic by her mother for a routine well-child exam. They recently moved to the area and have missed several…
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NCLEX-RN® Question of the Day: Bacterial pneumonia
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Prepare for your NCLEX exam with this question of the day on bacterial pneumonia. Test your knowledge on oxygen saturation and the use of supplemental oxygen. The nurse is caring for a 70 year-old patient admitted to the hospital from a skilled nursing facility for treatment of bacterial pneumonia. Based…
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USMLE® Step 2 Question of the Day: Abdominal hernia
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Prepare for USMLE Step 2 with our QOTD on limited hip abduction, Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip, & Barlow maneuver. Strengthen your exam knowledge. A 58-year-old man presents to the primary care office for evaluation of a painful abdominal lump for the last six months. He states the lump becomes…