NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
During which stage of injury repair does the wound show evidence of erythema and edema, and phagocytosis begins?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The inflammation stage (
B) involves erythema, edema, and phagocytosis as the body responds to injury. Other stages (A, C,
D) have different processes.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse working in the emergency department realizes that it would be contraindicated to induce vomiting if someone had ingested which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Inducing vomiting after ingesting gasoline (a caustic substance) can cause aspiration or esophageal damage. Vomiting is safer for non-caustic substances like ibuprofen, aspirin, or vitamins.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse on oncology is caring for a client with a white blood count of 600. During evening visitation, a visitor brings a potted plant. What action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low WBC (neutropenia) increases infection risk, so the plant, which may harbor bacteria or fungi, should be removed.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following factors increase the risk of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,F
Rationale: DVT risk factors include smoking (
B), surgery (
C), oral contraceptives (
D), and immobility (F). Underweight (
A) and high-protein diet (E) are not significant risks.
Question 5 of 5
The client has a prescription for a calcium carbonate compound to neutralize stomach acid. The nurse should assess the client for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calcium carbonate can cause constipation, a common side effect, due to its effect on gastrointestinal motility.