NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client on the oncology unit. Which nursing activity is appropriate to delegate to the unit LPN?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Obtaining vital signs is within the LPN’s scope. Administering blood, IV pain medication, or chemotherapy typically requires RN expertise.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse calculates the amount of an antibiotic for injection to be given to an infant. The amount of medication to be administered is 1.25 mL. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: For infants, volumes greater than 1 mL should be divided and administered in separate sites, such as each vastus lateralis, to reduce discomfort and ensure absorption.
Question 3 of 5
A client is confused after receiving morphine for analgesia and repeatedly tries to pull out the intravenous (IV) line in her left arm. Which of the following actions is the best initial solution?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Camouflaging the IV and providing a safe alternative (
A) is a least-restrictive, non-invasive initial approach to prevent the client from pulling out the IV. Restraints (B,
C) should be a last resort, and discontinuing the IV (
D) is unnecessary.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client in the clinic who takes captopril and ramipril for hypertension. The health care provider renews the client's prescriptions and leaves the room. Which comment by the client would prompt the nurse to notify the health care provider immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Captopril and ramipril (ACE inhibitors) are contraindicated in pregnancy due to fetal harm, requiring immediate provider notification.
Question 5 of 5
Which client is at the greatest risk of developing colon cancer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Previous cancer history, especially treated with chemotherapy, increases colon cancer risk due to potential genetic or environmental factors. Age over 50 also elevates risk.