NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse on oncology is caring for a client with a white blood count of 600. During evening visitation, a visitor brings a potted plant. What action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A low WBC (neutropenia) increases infection risk, so the plant, which may harbor bacteria or fungi, should be removed.
Question 2 of 5
A client with vaginal cancer is being treated with a radioactive vaginal implant. The client's husband asks the nurse if he can spend the night with his wife. The nurse should explain that:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Radiation safety protocols limit visitation to short periods (e.g., 30 minutes) to minimize exposure to radioactive implants.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client following the removal of a central line catheter when the client suddenly develops dyspnea and complains of substernal chest pain. The client is noticeably confused and fearful. Based on the client's symptoms, the nurse should suspect which complication of central line use?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sudden dyspnea, chest pain, and confusion post-central line removal suggest an air embolus, a serious complication requiring immediate intervention.
Question 4 of 5
A schizophrenic client has been taking haloperidol (Haldol) for 20 months and has developed moderate extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS). The nurse anticipates the physician will likely prescribe what medication for EPS?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Benztropine, an anticholinergic, treats EPS (e.g., dystonia, parkinsonism) caused by antipsychotics like haloperidol.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse caring for the child with a large meningomylocele is aware that the priority care for this client is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Moist, sterile gauze prevents infection and drying of the meningomyelocele defect.