NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 43-year-old client has developed progressive frontotemporal dementia and is exhibiting inappropriate and compulsive behaviors, difficulty with language, and impaired judgment. Which statement by the client's wife suggests that she has not accepted a permanent role change in their relationship?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Expecting the husband to manage finances (
A) indicates denial of his impaired judgment due to dementia, suggesting non-acceptance of a permanent role change. Other statements (B, C,
D) reflect frustration or realistic expectations.
Question 2 of 5
Lidocaine is a medication frequently ordered for the client experiencing:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lidocaine is used to treat ventricular tachycardia by stabilizing cardiac membranes.
Question 3 of 5
A client has returned from having a bronchoscopy. Before offering the client sips of water, the nurse should assess the client's:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing the gag reflex ensures the client can swallow safely post-bronchoscopy due to local anesthesia.
Question 4 of 5
The client is admitted from the emergency room with multiple injuries sustained from an auto accident. His doctor prescribes a histamine blocker. The nurse is aware that the reason for this order is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Histamine blockers (e.g., famotidine) are used post-trauma to prevent stress ulcers due to increased gastric acid production.
Question 5 of 5
The doctor accidently cuts the bowel during surgery. As a result of this action, the client develops an infection and suffers brain damage. The doctor can be charged with:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Malpractice involves professional negligence by a healthcare provider, resulting in harm. The accidental cut leading to infection and brain damage constitutes malpractice.