NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a child with Down syndrome. Which characteristics are commonly found in the child with Down syndrome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Down syndrome is characterized by epicanthal folds, broad hands, and transpalmar creases.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a child with Down syndrome. Which characteristics are commonly found in the child with Down syndrome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Down syndrome is characterized by epicanthal folds, broad hands, and transpalmar creases.
Question 3 of 5
A client with $B$ positive blood is scheduled for a transfusion of whole blood. Which finding requires nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Transfusing Rh-negative blood to an Rh-positive client can cause incompatibility reactions, requiring intervention to ensure Rh compatibility.
Question 4 of 5
The physician has prescribed Coumadin (sodium warfarin) for a client having transient ischemic attacks. Which laboratory test measures the therapeutic level of Coumadin?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prothrombin time (PT/INR) measures the therapeutic level of warfarin, ensuring effective anticoagulation.
Question 5 of 5
A student nurse is precepting on the unit and caring for a client with a Dobbhoff nasoenteric tube. Which statement by the student nurse indicates the need for further teaching on caring for a client with this tube? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, C
Rationale: Auscultation is not a reliable method for confirming tube placement; X-ray is required. Mixing medications with feedings can cause clogs or interactions. The other statements are correct.