NCLEX-RN
Best NCLEX RN Question Bank Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client has been taking furosemide (Lasix) for 2 days. The nurse should assess the client for:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Furosemide, a loop diuretic, can cause hypokalemia, requiring assessment for decreased potassium levels.
Question 2 of 5
Select the opioid classification that is accurately coupled with an example of it AND a side effect or adverse reaction to it.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dilaudid (hydromorphone) is an opioid agonist, and constipation is a common side effect due to opioid effects on the gastrointestinal tract.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of hypothyroidism is prescribed levothyroxine (Synthroid). The nurse should instruct the client to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grapefruit juice can interfere with levothyroxine absorption, so it should be avoided.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is performing an assessment on a client with a diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Which finding should the nurse expect to note? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Manifestations of SLE may include fever, musculoskeletal aches and pains, butterfly rash on the face, pleural effusion, basilar pneumonia, generalized lymphadenopathy, pericarditis, tachycardia, hepatosplenomegaly, nephritis, delirium, seizures, psychosis, and coma.
Question 5 of 5
The lack of necessary supplies and equipment to adequately and safely care for patients is an example of a (n):
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The lack of necessary supplies and equipment is a system variance , as it reflects a failure in the healthcare system's resources, impacting safe care delivery.