NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Question Bank Free Questions
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Question 1 of 5
Identify this cardiac rhythm strip. Fill in the blank. A. Asystole B. Atrial flutter C. Supraventricular Tachycardia D. Premature Atrial Contractions
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asystole is a flatline rhythm indicating no electrical activity, assuming the strip matches this description.
Question 2 of 5
The antidote for heparin is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Protamine sulfate rapidly reverses heparin's anticoagulant effects by binding to it, neutralizing its activity.
Question 3 of 5
Place the following phases of crisis in the correct sequential order. Order each response with a number from first to last, with #1 as the first phase of crisis to #4 which is the fourth phase of crisis. 1. The signs and symptoms of the General Adaptation Syndrome 2. Detachment and disorientation 3. Trying alternative methods of coping 4. The use of psychological ego defense mechanisms
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct sequence of crisis phases typically follows: 1) General Adaptation Syndrome (initial stress response), 2) Detachment and disorientation (emotional response), 3) Trying alternative coping methods (problem-solving attempts), and 4) Use of psychological ego defense mechanisms (if coping fails). This reflects the progression of a crisis response.
Question 4 of 5
A therapeutic milieu is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A therapeutic milieu is a structured environment designed to promote healing and recovery through consistency, safety, and therapeutic interactions.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse has finished suctioning the tracheostomy of a client. Which parameter should the nurse monitor to determine the effectiveness of the procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: After suctioning a client either with or without an artificial airway, the breath sounds are auscultated to determine the extent to which the airways have been cleared of respiratory secretions. The other assessment items are not as precise as breath sounds for this purpose.