NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Nursing Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of a mastectomy who is receiving radiation therapy. The nurse should teach the client to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding sun exposure to the radiated area prevents further skin damage and irritation. Lotion, air exposure, and heating pads can worsen skin integrity.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of a mastectomy who is receiving radiation therapy. The nurse should teach the client to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding sun exposure to the radiated area prevents further skin damage and irritation. Lotion, air exposure, and heating pads can worsen skin integrity.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of migraines. Which medication is most likely to be prescribed for acute relief?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sumatriptan, a triptan, is used for acute migraine relief by constricting cranial vessels. Propranolol, gabapentin, and amitriptyline are for migraine prophylaxis, not acute treatment.
Question 4 of 5
During an examination, the nurse notes that an infant has diaper rash on the convex surfaces of his buttocks, inner thighs, and scrotum. Which of the following nursing interventions will be most effective in resolving the condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Removing the diaper and exposing the area to air and light facilitate drying and healing, effectively resolving diaper rash.
Question 5 of 5
The mother of a child with chickenpox wants to know if there is a medication that will shorten the course of the illness. Which medication is sometimes used to speed healing of the lesions and shorten the duration of fever and itching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acyclovir (Zovirax) is an antiviral that can reduce the severity and duration of chickenpox symptoms, including lesions, fever, and itching.