NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of prednisone (Deltasone) to a client with rheumatoid arthritis. The client asks, “Why do I need to take this medication?” Which of the following responses by the nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: prednisone is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and pain in rheumatoid arthritis
Question 2 of 5
A home health nurse is planning for her daily visits. Which client should the home health nurse visit first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Foscarnet requires monitoring for toxicity, making this client a priority.
Question 3 of 5
The physician has ordered an injection of RhoGam for the postpartum client whose blood type is A negative but whose baby is O positive. To provide postpartum prophylaxis, RhoGam should be administered:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: RhoGam must be administered within 72 hours postpartum to prevent Rh sensitization.
Question 4 of 5
The physician has ordered a low-potassium diet for a client with acute glomerulonephritis. Which snack is suitable for the client with potassium restrictions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Raisins are lower in potassium compared to oranges, apricots, and bananas, making them suitable for a low-potassium diet.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse finds that a client receiving digoxin (Lanoxin) 0.25 mg orally has an apical pulse of 54. Which of the following should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An apical pulse of 54 is below the safe threshold (typically 60) for digoxin, indicating potential toxicity. Withholding the dose and notifying the provider is the priority.