NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN High-Yield Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The mother of an infant with iron deficiency anemia asks the nurse what she could have done to prevent the anemia. The nurse should teach the mother that it is helpful to introduce solid foods into the infant's diet at age:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Introducing solids at 5-6 months provides iron-rich foods, helping prevent iron deficiency anemia.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of gout is prescribed allopurinol (Zyloprim). Which instruction should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drinking plenty of fluids prevents uric acid crystal formation in the kidneys, a key consideration for clients taking allopurinol.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected diverticulitis. Which finding supports this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Left lower quadrant pain is characteristic of diverticulitis, as diverticula commonly form in the sigmoid colon, causing localized inflammation.
Question 4 of 5
A client with type I diabetes mellitus is scheduled to have surgery. The client has been NPO since midnight. In the morning, the nurse notices the client's daily insulin has not been ordered. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Contacting the physician for insulin orders is critical, as NPO status and surgery alter glucose needs, requiring individualized dosing.
Question 5 of 5
A client is to receive 2 g of metronidazole (Flagyl) orally in a single dose. The medication is available in 500-mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 4 tablets.
Rationale: 2 g equals 2000 mg. Dividing 2000 mg by 500 mg per tablet results in 4 tablets.