NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of metoprolol (Lopressor) to a client with hypertension. The client’s heart rate is 58 beats per minute. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: metoprolol is a beta-blocker, and a heart rate of 58 beats per minute is below the threshold for administration, requiring physician notification
Question 2 of 5
In terms of cognitive development, a 2-year-old would be expected to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 2-year-old engages in magical thinking, believing their thoughts or actions can influence events, typical of their egocentric developmental stage.
Question 3 of 5
A client has been undergoing treatment for an aggressive cancer. The physicians have stated the chance of recovery is very unlikely. The client states that she prefers to cease all treatments and start palliative care. The nurse supports this decision based on which ethical principle?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Autonomy respects the client’s right to make decisions about their treatment, including choosing palliative care over continued aggressive therapy.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with myasthenia gravis who is having trouble breathing. The nurse would encourage which of the following positions for maximal lung expansion?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sitting or high Fowler's position maximizes lung expansion and diaphragmatic movement, critical for myasthenia gravis patients with respiratory weakness.
Question 5 of 5
Which action by the novice nurse indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failing to wear gloves violates infection control standards.