NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN High-Yield Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 2-month-old infant is brought to the clinic with a fever of 101°F (38.3°C). What should the nurse instruct the parents to do first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A fever in a 2-month-old is a medical emergency due to the risk of serious bacterial infection. Immediate medical attention is required.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of hyperlipidemia who is prescribed atorvastatin (Lipitor). Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atorvastatin can cause hepatotoxicity, requiring regular monitoring of liver function tests.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected diverticulitis. Which finding supports this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Left lower quadrant pain is characteristic of diverticulitis, as diverticula commonly form in the sigmoid colon, causing localized inflammation.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of depression is prescribed venlafaxine (Effexor). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Venlafaxine, an SNRI, can cause hypertension, requiring monitoring.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with hypertension about lifestyle modifications. Which of the following should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, D, E
Rationale: Reducing sodium, regular aerobic exercise, maintaining healthy weight, and stress management help control hypertension. Moderate alcohol is acceptable, not total avoidance.