NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN High-Yield Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Ibuprofen 400 mg orally four times daily has been prescribed for an older client with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. The client asks the nurse about the amount of medication prescribed. The nurse responds based on understanding what about this prescribed dosage?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: For acute or chronic rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis, the normal oral adult dose for an older client is 200 to 800 mg 3 to 4 times a day.
Therefore, the remaining options are incorrect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is administering I.V. fluids to a dehydrated client. When administering an I.V. solution of 3% sodium chloride, what should the nurse do? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: 3% sodium chloride is hypertonic and requires monitoring of intake/output, jugular veins for fluid overload, and neurologic status for hypernatremia effects. Forcing fluids or catheterization is not indicated.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of schizophrenia is prescribed risperidone (Risperdal). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Risperidone can cause extrapyramidal symptoms, such as tremors and rigidity, requiring monitoring.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of stroke is prescribed ticlopidine (Ticlid). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ticlopidine, an antiplatelet medication, increases the risk of bleeding, which the nurse should monitor.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse teaches the client with cirrhosis that he is achieving the expected effect of lactulose (Cephulac) when he has:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lactulose is used in cirrhosis to reduce ammonia levels by promoting 2–3 soft stools per day. Fewer or more frequent stools may indicate under- or overdosing.