NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Question Bank Free Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a fracture of a long bone. Which of the following assessments would be the earliest symptom of a fat embolism?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiratory distress is the earliest symptom of fat embolism syndrome, as emboli obstruct pulmonary circulation, leading to hypoxia.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of peptic ulcer disease is prescribed ranitidine (Zantac). The nurse should explain that this medication works by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ranitidine, an H2-receptor blocker, reduces gastric acid secretion, helping to heal peptic ulcers.
Question 3 of 5
You are a home health nurse caring for an elderly client in their home. They have children and grandchildren but they live far from the client and they typically visit with your clients once to two times a year. The elderly man is beginning to show some of the signs of Alzheimer's disease dementia. The wife is also 88 years of age and has had a stroke which has left her with left sided weakness, but she is willing to help her husband and to maintain his safety. What kind of support should you give the wife in terms of her role caring for her husband?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Educating the wife about Alzheimer's disease and promoting the husband's independence as much as possible supports safety and dignity while respecting her role as a caregiver with physical limitations.
Question 4 of 5
The antidote for heparin is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Protamine sulfate rapidly reverses heparin's anticoagulant effects by binding to it, neutralizing its activity.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is prescribed theophylline. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Theophylline can cause tachycardia due to its stimulant effects.