NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is admitted from the emergency room with multiple injuries sustained from an auto accident. His doctor prescribes a histamine blocker. The nurse is aware that the reason for this order is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Histamine blockers (e.g., famotidine) are used post-trauma to prevent stress ulcers due to increased gastric acid production.
Question 2 of 5
A 15-year-old client took a full bottle of extra-strength acetaminophen in a suicide attempt 5 hours prior to admission to the emergency department for treatment, and the serum level of the drug is 180 mcg/mL. Which of the following interventions does the nurse anticipate? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Acetaminophen overdose requires NAC (
A), supportive care (
B), charcoal if within 4-8 hours (
C), hepatic monitoring (
D), and psychiatric consultation (E) for suicide attempt.
Question 3 of 5
A client is diagnosed with stage II Hodgkin's lymphoma. The nurse recognizes that the client has involvement:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stage II Hodgkin's lymphoma involves two or more lymph nodes or a single organ on the same side of the diaphragm, per the Ann Arbor staging system.
Question 4 of 5
A client with hepatitis C who has cirrhosis changes has just returned from a liver biopsy. The nurse will place the client in which position?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Right side-lying position applies pressure to the liver biopsy site, reducing the risk of bleeding or bile leakage post-procedure.
Question 5 of 5
Which finding is associated with secondary syphilis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Secondary syphilis is characterized by a generalized rash, often on the palms and soles.