NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Next Gen Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client's 12:00 noon blood glucose concentration was inaccurately documented as 310 instead of 130. This error was not noticed until 1:00 p.m. The nurse administered the sliding scale insulin for a blood glucose of 310 instead of 130. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administering insulin for a falsely high glucose level risks hypoglycemia, so assessing for symptoms (e.g., shakiness, sweating) is the priority.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of burns. Which of the following psychosocial interventions should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging expression of feelings supports emotional coping in burn recovery.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is planning discharge care with the parents of a 16-year-old boy who recently attempted suicide. The nurse should advise the parents to tell the nurse if their son:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Giving away valued items is a warning sign of suicidal intent, requiring immediate reporting. The other behaviors are normal adolescent activities.
Question 4 of 5
A normal, healthy infant is brought to the clinic for the first immunization against polio. The nurse should administer this vaccine by what route?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The polio vaccine for infants is administered orally (OPV) in many regions, though inactivated polio vaccine (IPV) is given intramuscularly in some settings. Based on the options, oral is correct.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse recognizes that a client with pain disorder is improving when the client says which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Expressing a desire to process emotions and move forward indicates improved coping, a sign of progress in managing pain disorder.