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
While preparing to provide neonatal care instructions to a primiparous client who delivered a term neonate 24 hours ago, which of the following should the nurse include in the client's teaching plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Milia are benign and disappear spontaneously, requiring no treatment, and should be included in teaching.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has just undergone a craniotomy. Which of the following interventions is most important in the immediate postoperative period?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frequent neurological monitoring is critical post-craniotomy to detect complications like increased intracranial pressure.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of schizophrenia is prescribed risperidone (Risperdal). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Risperidone can cause extrapyramidal symptoms, such as tremors and rigidity, requiring monitoring.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of peripheral artery disease. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Regular walking promotes collateral circulation in peripheral artery disease, improving blood flow.