NCLEX-RN
ATI NCLEX-RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician has ordered an injection of RhoGAM (Rho[D] immune globulin) for the postpartum client whose blood type is A negative and whose baby is O positive. To provide postpartum prophylaxis,RhoGAM should be administered:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: RhoGAM prevents Rh sensitization in Rh-negative mothers by neutralizing fetal Rh-positive blood cells. It must be administered within 72 hours of delivery for effective prophylaxis.
Question 2 of 5
The client is diagnosed with Bell’s palsy. Which intervention should the nurse implement to protect the client’s affected eye?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bell’s palsy causes facial paralysis, impairing eye closure and risking corneal damage. An eye patch at night protects the eye from drying and injury. Corticosteroids reduce inflammation, blinking is encouraged, and antibiotics are not indicated.
Question 3 of 5
A client with ovarian cancer is receiving fluorouracil (Adrucil) IV. What should the nurse do if she notices crystals in the IV medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Crystals in IV fluorouracil indicate precipitation, which can cause embolism or infusion issues. The nurse should discard the solution and obtain a new bag. Warming may not dissolve crystals safely, and continuing or discontinuing without replacement is incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
Succinylcholine chloride (Anectine) is ordered prior to electroconvulsive therapy treatment for depressed clients. The nurse explains that the purpose of the drug is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Succinylcholine chloride relaxes muscles and decreases the intensity of the seizure during electroconvulsive therapy.
Question 5 of 5
A client with cancer received platelet infusions 24 hours ago.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Platelet infusions aim to improve clotting. Decreased oozing from an IV site (
D) indicates effective platelet function. Hemoglobin (
A), temperature (
B), and WBC (
C) are not directly affected.