NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Test Bank with Rationales Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of atrial fibrillation who is prescribed sotalol (Betapace). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sotalol, a beta-blocker, can cause bradycardia, requiring close monitoring of heart rate.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse instructs a female client about collecting a midstream urine sample for culture and sensitivity. Which should the nurse include in client teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
To prepare properly for collection of a sterile urine specimen, the client cleanses the perineum from front to back using antiseptic swabs. Bathing before a midstream urine collection is unnecessary; however, proper specimen handling is critically important because improper specimen handling can yield inaccurate test results. The specimen should be labeled with the client's name, date, time, and medical record number in addition to the provider's name. The client should begin the flow of urine and collect the sample after starting the flow of urine, and then send the specimen to the laboratory as soon as possible.
Question 3 of 5
The client with a nasogastric (NG) tube begins to complain of abdominal distention. Which of the following measures should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking the suction equipment ensures the NG tube is functioning properly, addressing the most likely cause of distention before escalating to other interventions.
Question 4 of 5
A client with chronic kidney disease prescribed a protein restrictive diet should be instructed by the nurse to select which incomplete protein option for inclusion in her or his diet? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: The client whose diet has a protein restriction should be careful to ensure that the proteins eaten are incomplete proteins with the highest biological value. Nuts and grains are the only options that are not complete proteins. Foods such as meat, fish, milk, and eggs are complete proteins, which are not recommended for the client with chronic kidney disease.
Question 5 of 5
Select the standardized 'hand off' change of shift reporting system that is accurately paired with its elements.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Five Ps accurately describes a hand-off system with elements: patient, plan, purpose, problems, and precautions, used to ensure comprehensive communication during shift changes.