NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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.
Question 2 of 5
The director of nursing is working on an occupational health and safety manual for the staff. She wants to include a section describing how factors in the environment can increase safety and reduce risk and injury. The term for this study is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ergonomics studies workplace design to enhance safety and reduce injury risk, aligning with the manual’s goals.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing labs for a client whose potassium level is 5.3 mEq/L. Which order should the nurse anticipate from the health care provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A potassium level of 5.3 mEq/L indicates mild hyperkalemia, and Kayexalate may be ordered to lower it. K-Dur would worsen the condition.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse has just received the change of shift report. Which client should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Significant drainage post-lobectomy suggests potential hemorrhage, requiring urgent assessment.
Question 5 of 5
A client is prescribed 0.25 mg terbutaline subcutaneously, but the medication is provided as 1 mg/mL. How much medication is needed to provide the correct dosage? Record your answer using a decimal to two places.
Correct Answer: 0.25
Rationale: Dose required = 0.25 mg. Concentration is 1 mg/mL, so volume = 0.25 m/1 mg/mL = 0.25 mL.