NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Test Bank with Rationales Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed methotrexate (Rheumatrex). The nurse should teach the client to avoid which of the following while taking this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Alcohol consumption should be avoided with methotrexate due to the increased risk of hepatotoxicity.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse providing emergency treatment for a client in ventricular tachycardia is preparing to defibrillate the client. Which nursing action provides for the safest environment during a defibrillation attempt?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Safety during defibrillation is essential for preventing injury to the client and the personnel assisting with the procedure. The person performing the defibrillation ensures that all personnel are standing clear of the bed by a verbal and visual check of 'all clear.' For the shock to be effective, some type of conductive medium (e.g., lubricant, gel) must be placed between the paddles and the skin. Both paddles are placed on the client's chest.
Question 3 of 5
You have collected, aggregated and analyzed data which reflects the frequency of your staff returning medical equipment to the appropriate department because the staff members thought it was too unsafe to use. After the experts in the medical equipment inspect and test the equipment they report back to you, as the nurse manager, whether or not the equipment was indeed unsafe. This data indicates that 83% of the returns that were made by your staff were deemed safe and operable. What should you do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The high rate of unnecessary returns (83% safe equipment) indicates a knowledge deficit among staff about assessing equipment safety. Planning an educational activity addresses this issue effectively.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
The nurse instructs the client in mixing and administering regular and NPH insulin. Which of the following statements indicates that the client needs additional instruction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shaking NPH insulin can damage it; it should be gently rolled. Drawing up regular insulin first, cool storage, and a 90-degree injection angle are correct practices.