NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a history of heart failure who is receiving furosemide (Lasix). Which of the following findings would indicate a need to withhold the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: hypokalemia is a side effect of furosemide; a potassium level of 2.8 mEq/L is low and requires intervention before administering the medication
Question 2 of 5
The physician has prescribed rantidine (Zantac) for a client with erosive gastritis. The nurse should administer the medication:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ranitidine is most effective when taken at bedtime to suppress nocturnal acid production in erosive gastritis.
Question 3 of 5
The diagnostic work-up of a client hospitalized with complaints of progressive weakness and fatigue confirm a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis. The medication used to treat myasthenia gravis is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Neostigmine (Prostigmine) is a cholinesterase inhibitor used to improve muscle strength in myasthenia gravis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse has been teaching the role of diet in regulating blood pressure to a client with hypertension. Which meal selection indicates the client understands his new diet?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oatmeal, apple juice, and dry toast are low in sodium and saturated fat, aligning with a DASH diet for hypertension management.
Question 5 of 5
A client with schizophrenia is started on Zyprexa (olanzapine). Three weeks later, the client develops severe muscle rigidity and elevated temperature. The nurse should give priority to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Severe muscle rigidity and fever suggest neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), a medical emergency requiring immediate transfer to a medical unit for treatment.