NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Before administering intravenous chemotherapy to the patient being treated, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chemotherapy often causes nausea and vomiting, so administering an antiemetic prophylactically is standard to improve patient comfort. Fluid boluses, pain medication, or eating are not routine pre-chemotherapy steps unless specified.
Question 2 of 5
Before administering intravenous chemotherapy to the patient being treated, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chemotherapy often causes nausea and vomiting, so administering an antiemetic prophylactically is standard to improve patient comfort. Fluid boluses, pain medication, or eating are not routine pre-chemotherapy steps unless specified.
Question 3 of 5
The home health nurse is visiting a client with Paget's disease. An important part of preventive care for the client with Paget's disease is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Paget's disease weakens bones, increasing fracture risk. A clutter-free environment prevents falls, a key preventive measure. Dental care, vaccines, and vitamins are less specific.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of chronic lymphocytic leukemia is admitted with complaints of lymphadenopathy. The nurse should give priority to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lymphadenopathy in chronic lymphocytic leukemia increases infection risk, so monitoring for infection is the priority.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing a 6-year-old child for an IV insertion. Which one of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate when preparing a child for a potentially painful procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Educating the child about the pain may lessen anxiety. The child should be prepared for a potentially painful procedure but avoid suggesting pain. The nurse should allow the child his own sensory perception and evaluation of the procedure. The nurse should avoid absolute descriptive statements and allow the child his own perception of the procedure. The nurse should avoid evaluative statements or descriptions and give the child control in describing his reactions. False statements regarding a painful procedure will cause a loss of trust between the child and the nurse.