NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The doctor has prescribed aspirin 325 mg daily for a client with transient ischemic attacks. The nurse explains that aspirin was prescribed to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aspirin inhibits platelet aggregation, reducing the risk of clot formation in transient ischemic attacks, which are precursors to stroke.
Question 2 of 5
According to the American Heart Association (2005) guidelines the compression-to-ventilation ratio for one rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscitation is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The 2005 AHA guidelines specify a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio for one-rescuer CPR in adults.
Question 3 of 5
A client is receiving enteral feedings through a nasogastric tube, and the nurse is administering the client's medications. Which of the following can be administered through the NG tube? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Pills (crushed, dissolved) (
B) and liquid suspension (
D) are safe for NG administration. Extended-release (
A) and enteric-coated (
C) medications should not be crushed; soft-gel (E) and sublingual (F) are not suitable.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a blood transfusion. Fifteen minutes after the transfusion begins, the client reports itching and develops hives. Which of the following actions should the nurse take FIRST?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: itching and hives indicate an allergic reaction; stopping the transfusion and notifying the physician is the priority
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is triaging in the emergency room when a client enters complaining of muscle cramps and a feeling of exhaustion after a running competition. Which of the following would the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyponatremia is common in runners due to excessive water intake or sodium loss through sweat, leading to muscle cramps and exhaustion. Hypernatremia, SIADH, or low potassium would present differently.