NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client has had a central catheter inserted for administration of parenteral nutrition. An X-ray was taken to ensure correct positioning prior to commencing infusions. The X-ray report indicates that the catheter tip is in the right atrium. Which of the following actions by the nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Catheter tip in the right atrium is too far; infusion should be held and the MD notified (
A) for repositioning. Adjusting the catheter (B,
D) or starting infusion (
C) is unsafe.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy for leukemia. The client’s latest laboratory results show a white blood cell count of 2,000/mm³. Which of the following nursing actions is the HIGHEST priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: a white blood cell count of 2,000/mm³ indicates neutropenia, and initiating neutropenic precautions is the priority to prevent infection
Question 3 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 4 of 5
The hospital conducts an information and education session on anthrax. The nurse learns the methods of anthrax transmission include which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Anthrax is transmitted via cutaneous (skin contact), inhalation (spores), and gastrointestinal (contaminated food) routes. Ocular and fomite transmission are not primary modes.
Question 5 of 5
A client receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer has an order for Zofran (ondansetron) 8 mg PO to be given 30 minutes before induction of the chemotherapy. The purpose of the medication is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Zofran (ondansetron) is an antiemetic used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy.