NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Test Bank with Rationales Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client taking clozapine (Clozaril) states, 'I think I'm getting the flu. I have a fever and feel weak.' Which of the following should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fever and weakness in a client taking clozapine may indicate agranulocytosis, a serious side effect, requiring immediate physician notification after confirming the temperature.
Question 2 of 5
The client prescribed phenelzine sulfate suddenly exhibits signs of hypertensive crisis. Which medication should the nurse plan to prepare?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The manifestations of hypertensive crisis include hypertension, occipital headache radiating frontally, neck stiffness and soreness, nausea, vomiting, sweating, fever and chills, clammy skin, dilated pupils, and palpitations. Tachycardia, bradycardia, and constricting chest pain may also be present. The antidote for hypertensive crisis is phentolamine and a dosage by intravenous injection is administered. Protamine sulfate is the antidote for heparin. Calcium gluconate is used for magnesium overdose. Phytonadione is the antidote for warfarin overdose.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a nasogastric tube in place for decompression. Which of the following actions is most appropriate to ensure proper functioning of the tube?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking tube placement every shift ensures the nasogastric tube remains in the stomach, preventing complications like aspiration.
Question 4 of 5
The administration of an intramuscular injection to a neonate should be given in the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The vastus lateralis is the preferred site for IM injections in neonates due to its large muscle mass and minimal risk of nerve or bone injury.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of heart failure is prescribed torsemide (Demadex). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Torsemide, a loop diuretic, can cause hypokalemia.