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 venous leg ulcer. Which of the following interventions should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Compression bandages promote venous return and healing in venous leg ulcers.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client taking memantine. Which data should the nurse monitor for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Memantine is a medication used to treat moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. This medication needs to be avoided in clients with severe renal dysfunction, and a reduced dosage is needed in moderate renal dysfunction. The other options are not specifically associated with this medication.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of heart failure is admitted with worsening symptoms. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following laboratory abnormalities? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C, E
Rationale: Heart failure can cause hyponatremia (fluid overload), elevated BNP (cardiac stress), and elevated creatinine (renal impairment).
Question 4 of 5
A 36-month-old child weighing 44 lb is to receive ceftriaxone (Rocephin) 2 g I.V. every 12 hours. The recommended dose of Rocephin is 50 to 75 mg/kg/day in divided doses. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: 44 lb = 20 kg. Recommended dose: 50-75 mg/kg/day = 1000-1500 mg/day. 2 g (2000 mg) every 12 hours = 4000 mg/day, exceeding the safe dose, so the nurse should notify the physician.
Question 5 of 5
A child with the diagnosis of Hirschsprung's disease has a temporary colostomy. The nurse provides instructions to the parents about colostomy care at home. Which statement by the parents indicates their understanding of the instructions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The parents are instructed to report signs of skin breakdown or stomal complications, such as ribbonlike stools or failure to pass flatus or stools, to the primary health care provider or the nurse. Moist, red granulation tissue may grow around an ostomy site and does not require special treatment. The remaining options are incorrect actions and considered contraindicated.