NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client receiving theophylline for asthma. In reviewing client labs, the nurse understands that the dose is therapeutic when the drug level is at what concentration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The therapeutic range for theophylline is 10-20 mcg/mL. Other ranges are incorrect for this medication.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching the client with AIDS regarding needed changes in food preparation. Which statement indicates that the client understands the nurse's teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Thoroughly cooking meat reduces the risk of foodborne infections, which is critical for clients with AIDS due to their weakened immune systems.
Question 3 of 5
A priority nursing diagnosis for a child being admitted from surgery following a tonsillectomy is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Post-tonsillectomy, the risk of bleeding and aspiration is a priority due to the surgical site in the throat.
Question 4 of 5
The charge nurse is making assignments for the day shift. One of the nurses is 5 months pregnant. Which of the following clients is the most appropriate assignment for this expectant nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pneumonia is less likely to pose a risk to a pregnant nurse compared to shingles, measles (both vaccine-preventable and highly contagious), or C. difficile (requiring strict contact precautions).
Question 5 of 5
The child with seizure disorder is being treated with phenytoin (Dilantin). Which of the following statements by the patient's mother indicates to the nurse that the patient is experiencing a side effect of Dilantin therapy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gingival hyperplasia is a common side effect of phenytoin therapy.