NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN High-Yield Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to give an I.M. injection. Which of the following sites has the least amount of blood vessels and major nerves located in the area?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The vastus lateralis has fewer blood vessels and nerves compared to the deltoid, dorsogluteal, or triceps, making it a safer site for I.M. injections.
Question 2 of 5
After a child returns from the postanesthesia care unit after surgery, which of the following should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing pain first ensures the child's comfort and guides further care, as pain can affect recovery and other assessments.
Question 3 of 5
A client with newly diagnosed breast cancer asks the nurse why she needs to have chemotherapy after her breast was removed. Which of the following responses by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chemotherapy is used post-mastectomy to target any residual cancer cells, reducing the risk of recurrence.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of osteoarthritis is prescribed celecoxib (Celebrex). The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following side effects immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chest pain may indicate a cardiovascular event, a serious side effect of celecoxib, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of gout is admitted with joint pain. The nurse should include which of the following in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increased fluid intake promotes uric acid excretion in gout.