NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 4-year-old with cystic fibrosis has a prescription for Viokase pancreatic enzymes to prevent malabsorption. The correct time to give pancreatic enzyme is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Viokase should be given with each meal and snack to aid digestion and prevent malabsorption in cystic fibrosis.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is to administer a cleansing enema to a client scheduled for colon surgery. Which client position would be appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The left Sim's position allows the enema solution to flow into the sigmoid colon by gravity, facilitating effective cleansing.
Question 3 of 5
A mother brings in her 9-month-old son for a routine checkup. She asks the nurse what developmental milestones to expect by 12 months of age. All of the following are correct responses by the nurse EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: By 12 months, infants can imitate gestures, hold a bottle, and respond to their name. Pointing to a named object typically develops closer to 18 months.
Question 4 of 5
A client has been undergoing treatment for an aggressive cancer. The physicians have stated the chance of recovery is very unlikely. The client states that she prefers to cease all treatments and start palliative care. The nurse supports this decision based on which ethical principle?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Autonomy respects the client’s right to make decisions about their treatment, including choosing palliative care over continued aggressive therapy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is working at a summer camp for teenagers. Before the camp hiking trip, the nurse creates a presentation about how to prevent Lyme disease. The nurse would include which of the following in the presentation? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,E
Rationale: DEET repellent and tucking pants into socks prevent tick bites. Dark colors attract ticks, rinsing clothes is insufficient, and petroleum jelly is ineffective for tick removal.