NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Next Gen Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A female client is treated for trichomoniasis with metronidazole (Flagyl). The nurse instructs the client that:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Metronidazole can cause a disulfiram-like reaction with alcohol, so avoiding alcohol during and 24 hours after treatment is critical.
Question 2 of 5
Which type of legal consent is indirectly given by the client by the very nature of their voluntary acute care hospitalization?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Implicit consent is given by the client's voluntary admission to an acute care facility, implying agreement to routine treatments and procedures necessary for their care, unless explicitly refused.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of peptic ulcer disease is prescribed sucralfate (Carafate). The nurse should instruct the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sucralfate should be taken 1 hour before meals to coat the stomach lining and protect ulcers.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is monitoring a client with a fracture to the left arm. Which sign observed by the nurse is consistent with impaired venous return in the area?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Impaired venous return is characterized by increasing edema. In the client with a fracture, this is most often prevented by elevating the limb. The other options identify signs of arterial damage, which can occur if the artery is contused, thrombosed, lacerated, or becomes spastic.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing a teaching plan for a 45-year-old client recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus. What is the first step in this process?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the client's learning needs is the first step to tailor education to their knowledge level, preferences, and barriers, ensuring effective teaching.