NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions with Answers Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Bacterial conjunctivitis has affected several children at a local day care center. A nurse should advise which measure to minimize the risk of infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Thorough hand washing is the most effective measure to prevent the spread of bacterial conjunctivitis.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should instruct the client prescribed docusate to monitor for which intended effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Docusate is a stool softener that promotes absorption of water into the stool, producing a softer consistency of stool. The intended effect is relief or prevention of constipation. The medication does not relieve abdominal pain, relieve heartburn, or decrease the amount of fat in the stools.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about the use of a transdermal nicotine patch for smoking cessation. Which instruction is correct?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Removing the nicotine patch at night reduces the risk of side effects like insomnia and allows a nicotine-free period.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a suspected myocardial infarction. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Troponin is a specific marker for myocardial damage and is critical in diagnosing myocardial infarction. Other results are less specific to this condition.