NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Francis went into diabetic coma.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse may observe which one as typical manifestation(s) of ketoacidosis:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deep, rapid respirations are the body's effort to get rid of excess acid through breathing, a hallmark of ketoacidosis.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A patient with heart failure is prescribed furosemide (Lasix). Which of the following electrolyte imbalances should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide, a loop diuretic, increases potassium excretion, leading to hypokalemia, which can cause arrhythmias. Hyperkalemia, hypernatremia, and hyponatremia are less likely with furosemide.
Question 3 of 5
Which finding, if present, should the nurse interpret to mean that dialysis has achieved the desired results?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A drop in blood pressure indicates successful fluid removal during dialysis, a primary goal. Weight gain, urine output, or normal glucose are not direct indicators of dialysis efficacy.
Extract:
Mary Jane is 7-year-old girl who was admitted with asthma exacerbation. Admission vital signs include a HR of 120 bpm, RR 34, breathing was wheezy on auscultation, Temp 99.5°F.
Question 4 of 5
Based on the admission assessment, the nurse will expect which drug will be ordered on the patient ASAP?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ventolin (albuterol) is a bronchodilator, the first-line treatment for asthma exacerbation.
Extract:
When obtaining the health history from a patient who is seeking contraceptive information, the nurse should consider that oral contraceptives are contraindicated in a patient who:
Question 5 of 5
When obtaining the health history from a patient who is seeking contraceptive information, the nurse should consider that oral contraceptives are contraindicated in a patient who:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Smoking increases the risk of thromboembolism with oral contraceptives, making it a contraindication.