NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client tells the nurse that she is allergic to eggs, dogs, rabbits, and chicken feathers. Which order should the nurse question?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The rubella vaccine is contraindicated in clients with egg allergies, as it may be grown in egg-based cultures.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reviewing a client's PRN pain medications. There is an order for acetaminophen 1,000 mg PO q4 hours as needed for pain. How should the nurse proceed?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acetaminophen 1,000 mg q4 hours PRN is within safe dosing (max 4,000 mg/day), so it can be administered as ordered.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assisting a client with diverticulosis to select appropriate foods. Which food should be avoided?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cucumber salad contains seeds and roughage, which can irritate the colon in diverticulosis and should be avoided.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching the client with AIDS regarding needed changes in food preparation. Which statement indicates that the client understands the nurse's teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Thoroughly cooking meat reduces the risk of foodborne infections, which is critical for clients with AIDS due to their weakened immune systems.
Question 5 of 5
The home health nurse is visiting an 18-year-old with osteogenesis imperfecta. Which information obtained on the visit would cause the most concern? The client:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Playing football poses a high risk of fractures in osteogenesis imperfecta due to brittle bones, causing significant concern.