NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions with Answers Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse performs care on the client's Hickman catheter according to hospital policy. The client develops an infection and is considering litigation. The nurse's practice is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Respondeat superior is Latin for 'The master is responsible for the acts of his servant'. The nurse, as an employee of the hospital, acted according to the established policy of the hospital. Because the nurse followed hospital policy, it is unlikely that this incident involved malpractice, negligence, or tort law. (CN: Management of care; CL: Evaluate)
Question 2 of 5
A 10-year-old child with asthma is prescribed an albuterol inhaler. The nurse should teach the child to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after using an albuterol inhaler prevents oral irritation and reduces the risk of thrush, especially if used with a corticosteroid.
Question 3 of 5
A client is prescribed amiloride 10 mg orally daily for the treatment of hypertension. Which instruction should the nurse give the client regarding its administration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Amiloride is a potassium-retaining diuretic used to treat edema or hypertension. A daily dose should be taken in the morning to avoid nocturia. Increased blood pressure is not a reason to hold the medication, and it may be an indication for its use. Sodium should be restricted if used as an antihypertensive. The dose should be taken with food to increase bioavailability.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of osteoarthritis. Which of the following non-pharmacologic interventions should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heat therapy reduces stiffness and pain in osteoarthritis.
Question 5 of 5
Place the following steps for mixing NPH and regular insulin in the proper sequential order from # 1 to # 6 below. #1 - Prep the top of the shorter acting insulin with an alcohol swab #2 - Inject air that is equal to the ordered dosage of the shorter acting insulin using the same insulin syringe. #3 - Withdraw the ordered dosage of the shorter acting insulin using the same insulin syringe. #4 - Prep the top of the longer acting insulin vial with an alcohol swab. #5 - Inject air that is equal to the ordered dosage of the longer acting insulin using the insulin syringe. #6 - Withdraw the ordered dosage of the longer acting insulin using the same insulin syringe.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct sequence is: 1) Prep short-acting insulin vial, 2) Inject air into short-acting vial, 3) Withdraw short-acting insulin, 4) Prep long-acting insulin vial, 5) Inject air into long-acting vial, 6) Withdraw long-acting insulin to avoid contamination.