NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician orders phenytoin (Dilantin) and phenobarbital for a client admitted with a cerebrovascular accident. The nurse knows that these drugs are administered for what purpose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phenytoin and phenobarbital are anticonvulsants used to prevent seizures, a common complication post-cerebrovascular accident. They do not promote sleep, prevent clots, or stop bleeding.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following foods might a client with a hypercholesterolemia need to decrease his or her intake of?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hamburgers, high in saturated fats, contribute to elevated cholesterol levels and should be limited. The other foods are low in cholesterol or heart-healthy. Reduction of Risk Potential
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of prednisone to a client with rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prednisone, a corticosteroid, can cause gastric irritation, so taking it with food minimizes GI upset. Empty stomach (
A) increases irritation, stopping abruptly (
B) risks adrenal crisis, and potassium (
D) is relevant for diuretics, not corticosteroids.
Question 4 of 5
A 55-year-old woman is recovering from a bowel resection. She is receiving epidural analgesia. She lived by herself right up until admission and has no cognitive deficits. All of the following interventions will reduce the risk of client falls. Which would be most appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Keeping the bed low and call bell accessible promotes safety and independence, most appropriate for a cognitively intact client.
Question 5 of 5
Erythropoietin used to treat anemia in clients with renal failure should be given in conjunction with:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Erythropoietin stimulates red blood cell production, requiring iron, folic acid, and B12 for effectiveness. The other options are not directly related to erythropoiesis. Physiological Adaptation