NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client receiving Parnate (tranylcypromine) is admitted in a hypertensive crisis. Which food is most likely to produce a hypertensive crisis when taken with the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Parnate, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI), interacts with tyramine-rich foods like aged cheeses (e.g., cheddar) to cause hypertensive crisis due to increased norepinephrine release.
Question 2 of 5
What clinical manifestation is most indicative of possible carbon monoxide poisoning?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cherry red mucous membranes are a hallmark of carbon monoxide poisoning due to carboxyhemoglobin formation, which gives tissues a bright red appearance.
Question 3 of 5
A client who has undergone a thyroidectomy complains of numbness, tingling, and stiffness in her hands, feet, and face as well as muscle tremors, spasmodic muscle contractions, and anxiety during the postoperative period. Which laboratory tests does the nurse anticipate that the physician will request?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Numbness, tingling, and muscle spasms post-thyroidectomy suggest hypocalcemia due to parathyroid gland disruption. The physician will likely request a calcium level test (
D). Hemoglobin (
A), sodium (
B), and TSH (
C) are not directly related to these symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
A client in restraints is assigned to a newly graduated nurse. The nurse understands that which of the following are true regarding restraints? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C, F
Rationale: Restraints include chemical, mechanical, or physical methods; bed rails are restraints if used to restrict movement; and non-restraint alternatives like active listening are preferred. Pediatric time limits and reassessment frequency vary by policy, and reapplication requires new orders.
Question 5 of 5
A 25-year-old male is admitted in sickle cell crisis. Which of the following interventions would be of highest priority for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hydration is the highest priority in sickle cell crisis to prevent further sickling of red blood cells and to promote blood flow, reducing the risk of complications.