NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN SATA Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When a client states that he is allergic to amoxicillin (Ampicillin) even though his medication administration record and armband do not indicate medication allergies, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Withholding the medication is the safest action until the allergy can be verified to prevent an allergic reaction.
Question 2 of 5
A family has been notified that their son is brain dead, and the physician has discussed the possibility of donating organs. The nurse should collaborate with the physician to contact which referral source that is responsible for organ recovery in the United States?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Organ and Tissue Procurement Organizations are responsible for coordinating organ recovery in the United States, as they manage the donation process and ensure compliance with regulations.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has just undergone a liver biopsy. Which of the following interventions is most important in the immediate post-procedure period?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping the client on the right side for 2 hours post-liver biopsy applies pressure to the site, reducing the risk of bleeding.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of gout about dietary management. Which of the following foods should the client include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cherries reduce uric acid levels and inflammation in gout.
Question 5 of 5
Carbamazepine is prescribed for the management of generalized tonic-clonic seizures. The nurse instructs the client to inform the primary health care provider if which sign/symptom occurs?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, and vomiting are frequent side effects associated with the medication. Adverse reactions include blood dyscrasias. If the client develops a fever, sore throat, mouth ulcerations, unusual bleeding or bruising, or joint pain, this may be indicative of a blood dyscrasia, and the primary health care provider should be notified.