NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Question Bank Free Questions
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Question 1 of 5
Select the electrolyte that is accurately paired with its normal level.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Normal phosphate levels are 0.81 to 1.45 mmol/L (2.5 to 4.5 mg/dL), making this the correct pairing.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of gout is prescribed febuxostat (Uloric). The nurse should instruct the client to:
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Taking febuxostat with food reduces gastrointestinal upset, and avoiding alcohol prevents uric acid buildup.
Question 3 of 5
When quinidine gluconate is prescribed for a client the nurse reviews the client's medical record. Which condition is a contraindication in the use of this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Quinidine gluconate is an antidysrhythmic medication used as prophylactic therapy to maintain normal sinus rhythm after conversion of atrial fibrillation and/or atrial flutter. It is contraindicated in complete AV block, intraventricular conduction defects, abnormal impulses and rhythms caused by escape mechanisms, and myasthenia gravis. It is used with caution in clients with preexisting asthma, muscle weakness, infection with fever, and hepatic or renal insufficiency.
Question 4 of 5
A client has a reddened area over a bony prominence. The nurse finds a nursing assistant massaging this area. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Massage over a reddened area on a bony prominence is contraindicated as it can further damage tissue and reduce blood flow, increasing the risk of pressure ulcers. The nurse should instruct the assistant to stop massaging the area to prevent harm.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse monitors the client for a hypoglycemic reaction, knowing that NPH insulin peaks in approximately how many hours following administration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NPH is an intermediate-acting insulin with a peak time in 4 to 12 hours. The remaining options describe periods of time that are either too short or too long.