NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder following a rape by an unknown assailant. The nurse should give priority to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A supportive environment fosters trust and safety, critical for a client with PTSD to begin processing trauma.
Question 2 of 5
A client hospitalized with MRSA is placed on contact precautions. Which statement is true regarding precautions for infections spread by contact?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: MRSA requires skin-to-skin contact for transmission, prevented by hand washing, gloves, and gowns under contact precautions.
Question 3 of 5
When assessing a client for risk of hyperphosphatemia, which piece of information is most important for the nurse to obtain?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dietary intake, particularly of phosphorus-rich foods, is the most significant factor in assessing hyperphosphatemia risk, as excessive intake can elevate serum phosphate levels.
Question 4 of 5
The client is scheduled for a Tensilon test to check for Myasthenia Gravis. Which medication should be kept available during the test?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Atropine reverses cholinergic effects during a Tensilon test.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer the first dose of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) to a 50-year-old female adult client admitted to the hospital with Guillain-Barre syndrome. Which nursing intervention is appropriate regarding administration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring vital signs before and during IVIG infusion detects adverse reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis) early, ensuring client safety.