NCLEX-RN
ATI NCLEX-RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client's physician has prescribed theophylline (Theo-Dur) to help control the bronchospasm associated with the client's COPD. Instructions that should be given to the client include:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Theophylline toxicity can manifest as palpitations, dizziness, or restlessness, requiring immediate medical attention.
Question 2 of 5
The physician of a client diagnosed with alcoholism orders neomycin 0.5 g q6h to prevent hepatic coma. Neomycin decreases serum ammonia levels by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Neomycin interferes with protein synthesis in the bacterial cell, causing bacterial death. Neomycin reduces the growth of the ammonia-producing bacteria in the intestines and is used for the treatment of hepatic coma.
Question 3 of 5
A 3-year-old child was hospitalized for acute laryngotracheobronchitis. During her hospitalization, the child was placed under an oxygen mist tent. The nurse's frequent monitoring of the child's temperature frightened her parents. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The refrigerated cool mist tent creates a cool, moist environment. Monitoring the temperature of the child will ensure warmth and prevent chilling.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with pancreatitis. Which of the following IV medications would the nurse expect the physician to prescribe for control of pain in this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Meperidine is the drug of choice for clients with pancreatitis. It will not cause spasms at the sphincter of Oddi, which can lead to increased pancreatic pain.
Question 5 of 5
An elderly client is hospitalized for a transurethral prostatectomy. Which finding should be reported to the doctor immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bright red urine with many clots post-TURP indicates significant bleeding or clot obstruction, requiring immediate reporting to prevent complications. The other findings are less urgent.