NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Next Gen Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A primigravid client at 38 weeks' gestation reports decreased fetal movement. What is the nurse's first action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Auscultating fetal heart tones is the first step to assess fetal well-being in response to decreased movement, providing immediate data.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse notices that a newborn has a swelling in the scrotum. The nurse should interpret this as indicative of hydrocele if which of the following occurs?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Transillumination of the scrotal sac indicates fluid, characteristic of a hydrocele, a common newborn condition.
Question 3 of 5
The best way to determine whether or not a medication is compatible with a particular intravenous fluid is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A compatibility chart provides standardized, evidence-based information on medication and IV fluid compatibility, ensuring safety.
Question 4 of 5
An I.V. infusion is to be administered through a scalp vein on an infant's head. What should the nurse tell the parents to prepare them for the procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Removing a small amount of hair may be necessary to secure the I.V. site on the scalp.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of atrial fibrillation who is prescribed vernakalant (Brinavess). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vernakalant can cause bradycardia, requiring close monitoring of heart rate.