NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of amoxicillin (Amoxil) to a client with a urinary tract infection. The client reports a history of penicillin allergy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: clarifying the type of allergic reaction is essential, as amoxicillin is a penicillin derivative and could cause a severe reaction
Question 2 of 5
A nurse must teach a client how to do wound care and dressing changes prior to discharge. Which of the following are barriers to learning? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,F
Rationale: Barriers to learning include fear (
B), which can hinder concentration; illiteracy (
C), which affects understanding written instructions; and hearing impairment (F), which impedes verbal communication. Age 55 (
A), weakness (
D), and asking questions (E) are not barriers.
Question 3 of 5
A client is admitted with suspected Hodgkin's lymphoma. The diagnosis is confirmed by the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hodgkin's lymphoma is diagnosed by the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells, large abnormal cells found in lymph node biopsies.
Question 4 of 5
The physician has ordered a blood test for H. pylori. The nurse should prepare the client by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A blood test for H. pylori requires no special preparation, such as fasting or administration of substances.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client hospitalized with nephotic syndrome. Based on the client's treatment, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nephrotic syndrome causes fluid retention, but adequate hydration is needed to maintain renal perfusion, so offering additional fluids is appropriate.