NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with AIDS has a viral load of 200 copies per ml. The nurse should interpret this finding as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A viral load of 200 copies/ml is low, indicating effective treatment and minimal circulating virus.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer the first dose of IV antibiotic to the client. Halfway through the infusion, the nurse realizes that the antibiotic dosage is not the same as ordered by the health care provider. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stopping the infusion is the priority to prevent harm from an incorrect dose, followed by notifying the provider and completing an incident report.
Question 3 of 5
What clinical manifestation is most indicative of possible carbon monoxide poisoning?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cherry red mucous membranes are a hallmark of carbon monoxide poisoning due to carboxyhemoglobin formation, which gives tissues a bright red appearance.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for the client with a 5-year-old diagnosis of plumbism. Which information in the health history is most likely related to the development of plumbism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stained-glass work often involves lead, increasing the risk of lead poisoning (plumbism).
Question 5 of 5
A client is being treated for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The nurse knows that the involvement of nursing, pharmacy, gastroenterology, and nutritional services is an example of which of the following approaches?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A multidisciplinary approach involves multiple specialties (nursing, pharmacy, gastroenterology, nutrition) collaborating to manage IBS.