NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician has prescribed Cyclogel (cyclopentolate hydrochloride) drops for a client following a scleral buckling. The nurse knows that the purpose of the medication is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cyclopentolate is a cycloplegic that paralyzes the ciliary muscle, resting the muscles of accommodation.
Question 2 of 5
An adolescent client with cystic acne has a prescription for Accutane (isotretinoin). Which lab work is needed before beginning the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A liver profile is required before starting isotretinoin due to its potential hepatotoxicity, ensuring safe administration.
Question 3 of 5
A student nurse is assigned to change a patient's dressing. The soiled bandage is saturated with bright red blood. How should the student nurse dispose of the bandage?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Blood-saturated bandages are biohazardous and must be disposed of in a labeled biohazard bag to prevent infection transmission.
Question 4 of 5
A 4-year-old male is admitted to the unit with nephrotic syndrome. He is extremely edematous. To decrease the discomfort associated with scrotal edema, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevating the scrotum reduces edema by promoting fluid drainage, decreasing discomfort.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 11-year-old patient being treated for a fractured right femur with balanced suspension traction with a Thomas splint and Pearson attachment. The nurse notes that the patient’s left leg is externally rotated. The nurse should
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: holds hip in neutral position and leg in normal alignment, entire weight of leg cannot be held by props placed below knee