NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN High-Yield Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about the use of a metered-dose inhaler with a spacer. Which step should the client perform first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shaking the inhaler first ensures the medication is properly mixed for effective delivery through the spacer.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of gout about dietary modifications. Which of the following foods should the client avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shellfish are high in purines, which can increase uric acid levels and trigger gout attacks.
Question 3 of 5
When teaching a client with bipolar disorder, mania, who has started to take valproic acid (Depakene) about possible side effects of this medication, the nurse should include which of the following in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Valproic acid commonly causes sedation as a side effect, which the client should be aware of to manage daily activities safely.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is administering a subcutaneous injection of heparin. Which technique ensures safe administration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pinching the skin creates a fold for subcutaneous injection, ensuring heparin is delivered into the correct tissue layer without damaging underlying structures.
Question 5 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.