NCLEX-RN
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Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Clients taking anticholinergic drugs, such as benztropine mesylate (Cogentin), to relieve muscle tremors and muscle rigidity associated with Parkinson disease should be advised to avoid which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anticholinergics like benztropine reduce sweating, increasing the risk of overheating (
A). Overeating (
B), excessive fluids (
C), or skipping meals (
D) are not directly related to anticholinergic side effects.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements reflects Kohlberg's theory of the moral development of the preschool-age child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Kohlberg's preconventional stage for preschoolers involves moral decisions based on consequences, such as avoiding punishment or gaining rewards.
Question 3 of 5
The client with cirrhosis of the liver is receiving Lactulose. The nurse is aware that the rationale for the order for Lactulose is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lactulose reduces ammonia levels to prevent hepatic encephalopathy.
Question 4 of 5
Which assignment should not be performed by the nursing assistant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administering an enema is an invasive procedure requiring clinical judgment, which is beyond the scope of a nursing assistant's responsibilities.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assigned a male client with a long-term in-dwelling catheter for incontinence. The nurse plans on performing which of the following to prevent complications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stabilizing the catheter prevents traction and urethral trauma. Perineal care uses clean technique, routine irrigation is unnecessary, and fluid restriction is inappropriate.