NCLEX-PN
Practice NCLEX PN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for albuterol 5 mg via nebulizer every 4 hours. The nurse has albuterol 2.5 mg/3 mL available. How many mL should the nurse administer to the client with each dose? Record your answer using a whole number.
Correct Answer: 6 mL/dose
Rationale: Albuterol 5 mg is needed, with 2.5 mg/3 mL available. Thus, 5 mg ÷ 2.5 mg × 3 mL = 6 mL per dose.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assisting in the attempt to control bleeding from an artery. What personal protection equipment should be worn?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gown, gloves, mask, and goggles protect against blood splatter during arterial bleeding control, adhering to standard precautions.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for clarithromycin 7.5 mg/kg/day PO in 2 divided doses. The client weighs 78 lb. How many mL should the nurse administer for each dose? Record your answer using 1 decimal place.
Correct Answer: 7.5 mL/dose
Rationale: Client weight: 78 lb ÷ 2.2 = 35.45 kg. Dose: 7.5 mg/kg/day × 35.45 kg = 265.875 mg/day ÷ 2 doses = 132.9375 mg/dose. Clarithromycin is typically 250 mg/5 mL. Thus, 132.9375 mg × (5 mL/250 mg) = 2.65875 mL ≈ 2.7 mL/dose.
Question 4 of 5
Which observation in the newborn of a diabetic mother would require immediate nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Jitteriness in a newborn of a diabetic mother may indicate hypoglycemia, requiring immediate intervention. Crying, wakefulness, and yawning are normal behaviors, so A, B, and D are incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
Diltiazem (Cardizem) 90 mg qid is prescribed for an adult who has angina. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further instruction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diltiazem is not typically withheld based on heart rate alone unless specified; this indicates a need for clarification on administration instructions.