NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Questions with Detailed Explanations Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a history of Parkinson's disease is prescribed levodopa/carbidopa (Sinemet). Which instruction should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Levodopa/carbidopa can cause drowsiness, so clients should avoid driving if affected to ensure safety.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of venous thromboembolism who is prescribed rivaroxaban (Xarelto). The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following side effects immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bleeding gums indicate a potential bleeding complication with rivaroxaban, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of heart failure is prescribed valsartan (Diovan). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Valsartan, an ARB, can cause hyperkalemia, requiring monitoring of potassium levels.
Question 4 of 5
A 57-year-old Hispanic woman with breast cancer who does not speak English is admitted for a lumpectomy. Her daughter, who speaks English, accompanies her. In order to obtain admission information from the client, what should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A trained medical interpreter is required to ensure safety, accuracy of history data, and client confidentiality. The medical interpreter knows the client's rights and is familiar with the client's culture. Using the family member as interpreter violates the client's confidentiality. Using the nursing assistant or limited Spanish and nonverbal communication reduces the accuracy of interpretation and back-translation into English.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a suspected gastrointestinal bleed. Which of the following findings is most indicative of this condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypotension is a critical sign of a gastrointestinal bleed due to significant blood loss.