NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Questions with Detailed Explanations Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client reports gas pains after surgery and requests medication. The nurse reviews the medication prescription sheet to see if which medication is prescribed for the relief of gas pains?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Simethicone is an antiflatulent used in the relief of pain caused by excessive gas in the gastrointestinal tract. Droperidol is used to treat postoperative nausea and vomiting. Acetaminophen is a nonopioid analgesic. Magnesium hydroxide is an antacid and laxative.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of depression is prescribed sertraline (Zoloft). The nurse should teach the client to report which side effect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Suicidal thoughts are a serious side effect of SSRIs like sertraline, especially in the early weeks, requiring immediate reporting to ensure client safety.
Question 3 of 5
A newborn infant is diagnosed with imperforate anus. Which description of this disorder should the nurse provide to the parents?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Imperforate anus (anal atresia, anal agenesis) is the incomplete development or absence of the anus in its normal position in the perineum. Option 1 describes encopresis. Encopresis generally affects preschool and school-age children. Option 3 describes constipation. Constipation can affect any child at any time, although it peaks at age 2 to 3 years. Option 4 describes intussusception.
Question 4 of 5
A client has had sucralfate (Carafate) ordered as treatment for peptic ulcer disease. Which of the following statements indicates that the client understands how to take the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sucralfate should be taken on an empty stomach to coat the stomach lining effectively. Bedtime dosing, avoiding milk, or monthly hemoglobin checks are not required.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a chest tube. Which observation indicates a potential complication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Continuous bubbling in the water seal chamber suggests an air leak, a potential complication requiring immediate investigation.