NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client taking dissulfiram (Antabuse). The nurse should instruct the client to avoid eating:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vinaigrette may contain alcohol, which reacts with disulfiram, causing severe symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
The doctor has prescribed aspirin 325 mg daily for a client with transient ischemic attacks. The nurse explains that aspirin was prescribed to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aspirin inhibits platelet aggregation, reducing the risk of clot formation in transient ischemic attacks, which are precursors to stroke.
Question 3 of 5
A child with Down syndrome has a developmental age of 4 years. According to the Denver Developmental Assessment, the 4-year-old should be able to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Per the Denver Developmental Screening Test, a 4-year-old should be able to give their first and last name, a milestone achievable despite developmental delays.
Question 4 of 5
A client with chest pain is scheduled for a heart catheterization. Which of the following would the nurse include in the client's care plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: During heart catheterization, the client may be asked to cough or breathe deeply to facilitate dye movement or assess respiratory response, a key part of preparation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing instruction to a client's family regarding home safety with thrombocytopenia. Which statement by the client's family indicates a need for further education?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rugs pose a tripping hazard, increasing bleeding risk in thrombocytopenia. Other statements reflect safe practices to minimize bleeding.