Safety & Infection Control questions make up 13% of the questions on the NCLEX-PN and 12% of the questions on the NCLEX-RN. These questions deal with protecting clients and health care personnel from hazardous conditions. Topics covered include injury prevention, emergency plans, handling infectious materials, incident reporting, and safe use of equipment. Work through our free Safety and Infection Control NCLEX questions as part of your nursing test practice. Includes answers and explanations.

NCLEX Safety Questions

1. Question 1 of 32The nurse at the daycare center observes children playing on the playground. The nurse is MOST concerned if which of the following is observed?
   • A 2-year-old is crying, tugging at his ear, and hugging a stuffed animal.
   • One child tries to pull another off the swing.
   • Two children are fighting over a ball.
   • A 3-year-old is leaning forward with mouth open, tongue protruding, and drooling.