NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is scheduled for a CT with and without contrast to rule out diverticulitis. Which medication on the client's medication list would be of concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Metformin should be held before and after contrast CT due to the risk of lactic acidosis if renal function is impaired by contrast dye.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client following a right nephrolithotomy. Postoperatively, the client should be positioned:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Positioning on the left side reduces pressure on the surgical site (right kidney), promoting comfort and minimizing complications.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is performing discharge teaching for a client after a cardiac catheterization. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applying an ice bag for bleeding is incorrect; direct pressure should be applied, and the physician notified. This statement indicates a need for further teaching.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
The physician has ordered an injection of RhoGam for a client with blood type A negative. The nurse understands that RhoGam is given to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: RhoGam prevents the formation of Rh antibodies in Rh-negative mothers exposed to Rh-positive fetal blood, reducing the risk of hemolytic disease in future pregnancies.