NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After a train accident, the nurse is assigned to triage the injured. Based upon the triage protocol, which individual should be seen last?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Triage prioritizes life-threatening conditions. The 25-year-old with minor injuries (abrasion, swollen ankle) is the least urgent compared to potential cardiac, neurological, or traumatic injuries.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of stroke who has dysphagia. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement to prevent aspiration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: thickening liquids to a nectar-like consistency reduces the risk of aspiration in clients with dysphagia
Question 3 of 5
A 15-year-old client is rushed to the ER after taking an entire bottle of acetaminophen (Tylenol) in a suicide attempt. The nurse's priority is obtaining which lab results?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acetaminophen overdose causes hepatotoxicity. AST and ALT levels assess liver damage, which is the priority.
Question 4 of 5
A client hospitalized with MRSA is placed on contact precautions. Which statement is true regarding precautions for infections spread by contact?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: MRSA requires skin-to-skin contact for transmission, prevented by hand washing, gloves, and gowns under contact precautions.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to discharge a 60-year-old woman on warfarin (Coumadin) after mitral valve replacement. Which dietary restriction should the nurse advise the client to make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Green beans are high in vitamin K, which can counteract warfarin’s anticoagulant effect. Other foods listed have minimal vitamin K.