NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician has prescribed Cognex (tacrine) for a client with dementia. The nurse should monitor the client for adverse reactions, which include:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tacrine (Cognex) is associated with hepatotoxicity, and jaundice is a sign of liver dysfunction that should be monitored.
Question 2 of 5
A 35-year-old male comes into the clinic after he strains his back at work. The nurse anticipates the physician may suggest which topical anesthetic?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Capsaicin is a topical analgesic used for muscle pain, such as back strain. Aloe, zinc oxide, and hydrocortisone are not anesthetics.
Question 3 of 5
The doctor has ordered Percocet (oxycodone) for a client following abdominal surgery. The primary objective of nursing care for the client receiving an opiate analgesic is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The primary goal of opiate analgesics like Percocet is to alleviate pain, improving comfort and recovery post-surgery.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is performing discharge teaching to a client newly diagnosed with hypertension and high cholesterol. Which statement by the client indicates that the nurse's teaching was effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Substituting lean sirloin for fried chicken reduces fat and cholesterol. Canned foods, soups, and frozen dinners are often high in sodium, unsuitable for hypertension.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is working on a neurological unit. If the following events occur simultaneously, which would receive RN priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sudden weakness in a client with a cerebral aneurysm suggests possible rupture or neurological deterioration, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate attention.