NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client complained of nausea, a metallic taste in her mouth, and fine hand tremors 2 hours after her first dose of lithium carbonate (Lithane). What is the nurse's best explanation of these findings?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: These side effects are common and should subside in a few days. Nausea, metallic taste, and fine hand tremors are common side effects that usually subside quickly.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is administering heparin subcutaneously to a patient. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heparin is injected into the abdomen for consistent absorption, avoiding muscle tissue. Aspiration risks bleeding, massaging causes bruising, and a shorter needle (e.g., 5/8 inch) is used.
Extract:
Lynn Tyrell 60 years old is attending the group therapy when all of a sudden she collapses
Question 3 of 5
The nurse
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking for unresponsiveness is the first step in the CPR protocol to determine the need for intervention.
Extract:
When obtaining the health history from a patient who is seeking contraceptive information, the nurse should consider that oral contraceptives are contraindicated in a patient who:
Question 4 of 5
When obtaining the health history from a patient who is seeking contraceptive information, the nurse should consider that oral contraceptives are contraindicated in a patient who:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Smoking increases the risk of thromboembolism with oral contraceptives, making it a contraindication.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The registered nurse (RN) is planning care at a team meeting for a 2 month-old child in bilateral leg casts for congenital clubfoot. Which of these outcomes suggested by the practical nurse (PN) should be considered the priority nursing goal following cast application?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tissue perfusion will be maintained. Immediately following cast application, the chief goal is to maintain circulation and tissue perfusion around the cast. Permanent tissue damage can occur within a few hours if perfusion is not maintained.