NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with schizophrenia is receiving depot injections of Haldol Deconate (haloperidol decanoate). The client should be told to return for his next injection in:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Haldol Decanoate is a long-acting depot injection typically administered every 4 weeks for maintenance therapy in schizophrenia.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is having surgery the next morning. The client says, 'I'm really scared about surgery. I've never been put to sleep before and I'm afraid I might not wake up.' Which response by the nurse is the most therapeutic?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acknowledging fear as normal and inviting the client to express feelings is therapeutic, fostering trust and emotional support.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of phenylketonuria is seen at the local family planning clinic. After completing the client's intake history, the nurse provides literature for a healthy pregnancy. Which statement indicates that the client needs further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nutrasweet (aspartame) contains phenylalanine, which must be avoided in phenylketonuria, indicating a need for further teaching.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer streptomycin 0.25 g. The directions say to reconstitute with 9 mL of sterile water for a concentration of 400 mg/2 mL. How many mLs will the nurse give? Fill in the blank.
Correct Answer: 1.25 mL
Rationale: Dose: 0.25 g = 250 mg. Concentration: 400 mg/2 mL = 200 mg/mL. Volume = 250 mg ÷ 200 mg/mL = 1.25 mL.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for an elderly client with dementia. The family wishes to take the client home instead of placing her in an assisted living facility. Which information should the nurse include in his discharge teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, D, E
Rationale: Providing community resources, social worker contact, and home safety information supports the family’s decision and promotes safety. Discussing provider disapproval or assisted living advantages is inappropriate.