NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions with Answers Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease who is prescribed fluticasone (Flovent). The nurse should instruct the client to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after using fluticasone prevents oral candidiasis, a common side effect of inhaled corticosteroids.
Question 2 of 5
A 70-year-old, previously well client asks the nurse, 'I notice I have tremors. Is this just normal for my age?' The best response for the nurse to make is which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tremors in a 70-year-old are not necessarily normal and may indicate conditions like Parkinson's or medication side effects, requiring physician evaluation. Orange juice or blood pressure checks are not directly relevant.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of celiac disease about dietary management. Which of the following foods should the client avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Wheat contains gluten, which must be avoided in celiac disease.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) about lifestyle modifications. Which statement indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding lying down for 2 hours after eating prevents acid reflux by keeping the stomach contents below the esophagus.
Question 5 of 5
The home care nurse notes that an older client is prescribed cimetidine. On assessment of the client, the nurse should check for which side effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cimetidine is a gastric acid secretion inhibitor. Older clients are especially susceptible to the central nervous system side effects of cimetidine. The most frequent of these is confusion. Less common central nervous system side effects include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, agitation, and hallucinations. None of the remaining options are associated with the use of this medication.