NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A woman has been recently diagnosed with systemic lupus and shares with the nurse, 'I am thinking about getting pregnant, but I don't know how I will be able to tolerate a pregnancy since I have lupus.' Which of the following responses by the nurse is BEST?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: should be in remission for at least 5 months prior to conceiving
Question 2 of 5
The unit manager believes that each member of the care team should have input regarding unit goals and problem solving techniques. The manager is concerned for each individual member and serves primarily as a resource person for the unit. The unit nurse understands that this style of leadership is which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Democratic leadership involves team input and resource support, aligning with the manager’s described style.
Question 3 of 5
Which action by the novice nurse indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failing to wear gloves violates infection control standards.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of metoprolol (Lopressor) to a client with hypertension. The client’s heart rate is 58 beats per minute. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: metoprolol is a beta-blocker, and a heart rate of 58 beats per minute is below the threshold for administration, requiring physician notification
Question 5 of 5
A client nearing death has an Advance Directive in his records indicating that he does not want intravenous fluids or other invasive procedures, but the client's physician has ordered IV fluids. Which of the following initial actions by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse should first inform the physician of the Advance Directive (
B) to ensure the client's wishes are followed, as this is a legal document. Administering fluids (
C) violates the directive, and notifying the bioethics committee (
A) or supervisor (
D) is secondary.