NCLEX-RN
Best NCLEX RN Question Bank Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Two days after being placed in a cast for a fracture, the client suddenly develops chest pain and dyspnea. The client is confused and has an elevated temperature. The nurse should assess the client for:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chest pain, dyspnea, confusion, and fever suggest fat embolism syndrome, a complication of fractures, particularly within 48 hours.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus is prescribed glipizide (Glucotrol). The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following side effects immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypoglycemia is a serious side effect of glipizide, requiring immediate reporting to prevent complications.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of depression is prescribed trazodone (Desyrel). The nurse should instruct the client to take the medication:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Trazodone is sedating and should be taken at bedtime to promote sleep and manage depression.
Question 4 of 5
A 32-year-old woman recently diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease is admitted to the hospital outpatient clinic for staging by undergoing a bone marrow aspiration and biopsy. To obtain more information about the client's nutrition status the nurse should review the results of which of the following tests?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Albumin levels reflect nutritional status, as low levels indicate protein malnutrition, common in cancer patients. The other tests assess hematologic or liver function.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is prescribed fluticasone (Flovent). The nurse should instruct the client to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after fluticasone inhalation prevents oral thrush.