NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Question Bank Free Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A child with the diagnosis of Hirschsprung's disease has a temporary colostomy. The nurse provides instructions to the parents about colostomy care at home. Which statement by the parents indicates their understanding of the instructions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The parents are instructed to report signs of skin breakdown or stomal complications, such as ribbonlike stools or failure to pass flatus or stools, to the primary health care provider or the nurse. Moist, red granulation tissue may grow around an ostomy site and does not require special treatment. The remaining options are incorrect actions and considered contraindicated.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of gout about medication management. Which of the following medications should the client expect to take for long-term management?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Allopurinol reduces uric acid production for long-term gout management.
Question 3 of 5
The first thing that you should do immediately after a client accident is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The first action after a client accident is to assess the client to determine the extent of injury and immediate needs, following the nursing process.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client taking memantine. Which data should the nurse monitor for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Memantine is a medication used to treat moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. This medication needs to be avoided in clients with severe renal dysfunction, and a reduced dosage is needed in moderate renal dysfunction. The other options are not specifically associated with this medication.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of peptic ulcer disease is prescribed ranitidine (Zantac). The nurse should explain that this medication works by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ranitidine, an H2-receptor blocker, reduces gastric acid secretion, helping to heal peptic ulcers.