NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client presents to the clinic with a serum cholesterol of 275 mg/dL and is placed on rosuvastatin (Crestor). Which instruction should be given to the client taking rosuvastatin (Crestor)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Muscle weakness is a sign of myopathy, a serious side effect of statins like rosuvastatin, and should be reported immediately to the physician.
Question 2 of 5
A client newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus asks the nurse why it is important to rotate insulin injection sites. The nurse explains this is done to avoid
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rotating insulin injection sites prevents lipodystrophy (fat tissue changes), ensuring consistent absorption.
Question 3 of 5
An elderly client with glaucoma is scheduled for a cholecystectomy. Which medication order should the nurse question?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atropine is contraindicated in glaucoma as it can increase intraocular pressure, worsening the condition.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of lisinopril (Zestril) to a client with hypertension. The client’s blood pressure is 100/60 mmHg. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor
Question 5 of 5
The client is admitted with a BP of 210/100. Her doctor orders furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg IV stat. How should the nurse administer the prescribed furosemide to this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Furosemide IV is given slowly over 1-2 minutes to prevent ototoxicity and hypotension.