NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician has prescribed Gantrisin (sulfasoxazole) 1 g in divided doses for a client with a urinary tract infection. The nurse should administer the medication:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gantrisin should be taken with food to reduce gastrointestinal upset, and adequate fluid intake is needed to prevent crystalluria.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching the mother of a child with attention deficit disorder regarding the use of Ritalin (methylphenidate). The nurse recognizes that the mother understands her teaching when she states the importance of:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ritalin, a stimulant, can cause side effects like insomnia or agitation, not oversedation. The mother's mention of oversedation indicates a misunderstanding, but the question implies correct teaching, so observing for side effects like overstimulation is key.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of schizophrenia, alcohol abuse, bipolar disorder, and noncompliance with treatment and medications. The client has also been arrested in the past for violent behavior. Which action by the nurse is the most important when caring for a potentially violent client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Maintaining an open pathway to the door ensures the nurse’s safety if the client becomes violent, prioritizing personal safety.
Question 5 of 5
The primary cause of anemia in a client with chronic renal failure is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chronic renal failure reduces erythropoietin production by the kidneys, leading to decreased red blood cell production and anemia.