NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Question Bank Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client taking memantine. Which data should the nurse monitor for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Memantine is a medication used to treat moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. This medication needs to be avoided in clients with severe renal dysfunction, and a reduced dosage is needed in moderate renal dysfunction. The other options are not specifically associated with this medication.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse monitors the client for a hypoglycemic reaction, knowing that NPH insulin peaks in approximately how many hours following administration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NPH is an intermediate-acting insulin with a peak time in 4 to 12 hours. The remaining options describe periods of time that are either too short or too long.
Question 3 of 5
When giving a change of shift report, which of the following statements by the nurse is not appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Subjective statements like 'contrary' are inappropriate in a professional report, as they lack objectivity and clinical relevance.
Question 4 of 5
Older adults with known cardiovascular disease must balance which of the following measures for optimum health?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diet, exercise, and medication are critical for managing cardiovascular disease, as they address risk factors like cholesterol, physical fitness, and blood pressure control, directly impacting heart health.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a 17-year-old girl who has a severe gonorrheal infection. The nurse realizes that the girl needs further teaching when she states:
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Gonorrhea does not confer immunity, and partners require treatment to prevent reinfection. Potential infertility is a correct understanding, but believing protection eliminates all problems is overly optimistic.