NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Next Gen Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 3-year-old is admitted with croup. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Racemic epinephrine is the priority for croup to reduce airway swelling and relieve stridor, addressing the immediate respiratory distress.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following conditions is a potential consequence of a prolonged QT interval?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A prolonged QT interval increases the risk of ventricular dysrhythmias, such as torsades de pointes, which can be life-threatening.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of benign prostatic hypertrophy who is prescribed finasteride (Proscar). The nurse should instruct the client that this medication works by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Finasteride reduces prostate size by inhibiting testosterone conversion, relieving urinary obstruction in BPH.
Question 4 of 5
You are serving as the preceptor for a newly graduated nurse. As you observe the new nurse for their application of body mechanics principles into client care, you observe that the nurse spreads her legs apart during a transfer with a client. What should you do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Spreading the legs apart during a transfer provides a wide base of support, which is a correct body mechanics principle , ensuring stability and reducing injury risk.
Question 5 of 5
Select the hazard of immobility that is accurately paired with an appropriate expected outcome of care that the nurse provides to prevent this complication.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Range of motion exercises help prevent muscle atrophy by maintaining muscle strength and function in immobile clients.