NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Test Bank Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a neonate with jaundice receiving phototherapy. Which action is most important?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Covering the neonate's eyes protects them from retinal damage due to phototherapy light exposure.
Question 2 of 5
You are the chair person for the healthcare facility's newly formed multidisciplinary Safety Committee. During the Forming stage of this group's development major conflicts have arisen. Which technique of conflict resolution should you use to resolve these conflicts?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: During the Forming stage, where group members are establishing relationships, compromise is the most effective conflict resolution technique to promote collaboration and consensus while addressing conflicts constructively.
Question 3 of 5
The client is receiving propantheline bromide (Pro-Banthine) to treat cholecystitis. The nurse should evaluate the client's response to the medication by observing for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Propantheline, an anticholinergic, can cause urine retention due to reduced bladder contractility. Diarrhea, hypertension, and diaphoresis are not typical side effects.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse instructs the unlicensed assistive personnel on how to collect a 24-hour urine specimen. Which of the following instructions is correct for a collection that is scheduled to start at 7 a.m. Monday and end at 7 a.m. Tuesday?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The 24-hour collection includes all urine from after the 7 a.m. Monday void (discarded) to the 7 a.m. Tuesday void (included).
Question 5 of 5
When a client with alcohol dependency begins to talk about not having a problem with alcohol, the nurse should use which of the following approaches?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This approach uses therapeutic communication, acknowledging the client's perspective and encouraging problem-solving, which is effective for addressing denial in alcohol dependency.