NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse on the medical floor notices an increase in urinary tract infections (UTIs) among clients with indwelling urinary catheters. He records the findings and works with the unit manager and another nurse to develop a UTI risk assessment tool. Which is the correct description of the nurse's actions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Developing a UTI risk assessment tool to reduce infections is a quality improvement initiative aimed at enhancing patient care outcomes.
Question 2 of 5
A medication error has occurred, and the client has received double the ordered dosage of magnesium sulfate. The nurse anticipates the physician will order what medication STAT?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Magnesium sulfate overdose causes hypermagnesemia, treated with calcium gluconate to counteract toxicity (e.g., respiratory depression, hypotension).
Question 3 of 5
The client admitted 2 days earlier with a lung resection accidentally pulls out the chest tube. Which action by the nurse indicates understanding of the management of chest tubes?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Covering the insertion site with Vaseline gauze prevents air from entering the pleural space, which is the priority action for a dislodged chest tube.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old with cerebral palsy. Which nursing intervention will help ready the child for rehabilitative services?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Video games can improve hand-eye coordination and muscle control, aiding in rehabilitation for a child with cerebral palsy.
Question 5 of 5
While a dosage of oral morphine has approximately 25% bioavailability, what percentage is the bioavailability of an intravenous dose of morphine? Record your answer using a whole number.
Correct Answer: 100
Rationale: Intravenous morphine has 100% bioavailability, as it is delivered directly into the bloodstream, bypassing metabolism.