NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client following a transphenoidal hypophysectomy. Post-operatively, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The halo sign on the nasal dressing indicates cerebrospinal fluid leakage, a critical post-operative complication.
Question 2 of 5
A 15-year-old client is rushed to the ER after taking an entire bottle of acetaminophen (Tylenol) in a suicide attempt. The nurse's priority is obtaining which lab results?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acetaminophen overdose causes hepatotoxicity. AST and ALT levels assess liver damage, which is the priority.
Question 3 of 5
A client with multiple sclerosis has an order to receive Solu Medrol 200 mg IV push. The available dose is Solu Medrol 250 mg per mL. How much medication will the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dose: 200 mg ÷ 250 mg/mL = 0.8 mL, the amount to administer.
Question 4 of 5
A client with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is placed on mechanical ventilation. To increase ventilation and perfusion to all areas of the lungs, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Turning the client hourly promotes ventilation and perfusion by mobilizing secretions and preventing atelectasis in ARDS.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a new mother. The mother asks why her baby has lost weight since he was born. The best explanation of the weight loss is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A weight loss of up to 10% in the first week is normal due to the passage of meconium and adjustment to feeding.