NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN High-Yield Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a history of atrial fibrillation is prescribed amiodarone (Cordarone). Which side effect should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Amiodarone can cause pulmonary toxicity, a serious side effect manifesting as cough or dyspnea, requiring regular monitoring.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse observes that a client who has received midazolam (Versed) for local anesthesia is having shallow respirations. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Midazolam can cause respiratory depression, so administering oxygen as ordered is the most appropriate initial response.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) about dietary modifications. Which of the following foods should the client avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chocolate relaxes the lower esophageal sphincter, worsening GERD symptoms, and should be avoided.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to give an I.M. injection. Which of the following sites has the least amount of blood vessels and major nerves located in the area?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The vastus lateralis has fewer blood vessels and nerves compared to the deltoid, dorsogluteal, or triceps, making it a safer site for I.M. injections.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is watching two siblings, ages 7 and 9 years, verbally arguing over a toy. The nurse has discussed the parent before about how to handle this situation. The nurse should judge that the teaching has been effective when the parent does which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ignoring minor verbal arguments allows children to resolve conflicts independently, as previously taught. Forcing handshakes or punishment escalates the situation unnecessarily.