NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Questions with Detailed Explanations Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should instruct the parent of a child who is taking valproic acid (Depakene) that the child will need to have routine blood analyses consisting of which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Valproic acid requires monitoring of amylase (for pancreatitis) and platelet levels (for thrombocytopenia).
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should instruct the parent of a child who is taking valproic acid (Depakene) that the child will need to have routine blood analyses consisting of which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Valproic acid requires monitoring of amylase (for pancreatitis) and platelet levels (for thrombocytopenia).
Question 3 of 5
A client tells the nurse that she has had sexual contact with someone whom she suspects has genital herpes. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client in response to this information?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Difficulty urinating can indicate herpes-related urinary retention, a serious complication requiring medical attention.
Question 4 of 5
A client reports gas pains after surgery and requests medication. The nurse reviews the medication prescription sheet to see if which medication is prescribed for the relief of gas pains?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Simethicone is an antiflatulent used in the relief of pain caused by excessive gas in the gastrointestinal tract. Droperidol is used to treat postoperative nausea and vomiting. Acetaminophen is a nonopioid analgesic. Magnesium hydroxide is an antacid and laxative.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of stroke is at risk for aspiration. Which intervention is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Positioning upright during meals reduces aspiration risk by aiding swallowing and gravity.