NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is diagnosed with stage II Hodgkin's lymphoma. The nurse recognizes that the client has involvement:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stage II Hodgkin's lymphoma involves two or more lymph nodes or a single organ on the same side of the diaphragm, per the Ann Arbor staging system.
Question 2 of 5
A newborn with narcotic abstinence syndrome is admitted to the nursery. Nursing care of the newborn should include:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Swaddling helps reduce irritability and overstimulation in newborns with narcotic abstinence syndrome.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing labs on a client receiving IV heparin and notes an INR of 4.6. Which order by the health care provider does the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Protamine sulfate is the antidote for heparin overdose, appropriate for an elevated INR indicating excessive anticoagulation.
Question 4 of 5
A 56-year-old male with a long history of alcohol abuse is brought to the detox center per terms of his probation. He had his last drink 6 hours ago and seems confused and agitated. The nurse expects the physician to order
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chlordiazepoxide (Librium), a benzodiazepine, is used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms like confusion and agitation, preventing seizures.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is admitting a client with acute liver failure. According to the Patient's Bill of Rights, which responsibilities does the nurse understand to be the client's duty? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, D, E
Rationale: Clients are responsible for providing translators, accepting consequences of refusing treatment, and giving accurate medical history. Emergency stabilization is a provider duty, and payment proof is not required before care.