NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Test Bank Questions PDF Questions
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Question 1 of 5
When developing the plan of care for a 12-year-old child who is to receive 48 hours of chemotherapy that is associated with nausea and vomiting, at which of the following times should the nurse anticipate administering an antiemetic?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administering an antiemetic 30 minutes before chemotherapy and every 4-6 hours prophylactically minimizes nausea and vomiting.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse instructs the unlicensed assistive personnel on how to collect a 24-hour urine specimen. Which of the following instructions is correct for a collection that is scheduled to start at 7 a.m. Monday and end at 7 a.m. Tuesday?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The 24-hour collection includes all urine from after the 7 a.m. Monday void (discarded) to the 7 a.m. Tuesday void (included).
Question 3 of 5
A client at 12 weeks' gestation tells the nurse that she is a vegetarian and eats 'lots of rice.' To help meet the client's need for protein during pregnancy, the nurse suggests that the client combine the rice with which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Combining rice with beans provides a complete protein, meeting the increased protein needs during pregnancy.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of schizophrenia is prescribed olanzapine (Zyprexa). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Olanzapine commonly causes weight gain, requiring monitoring in clients with schizophrenia.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client post-cataract surgery. Which instruction should the nurse include in discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding bending at the waist prevents increased intraocular pressure, which could complicate recovery post-cataract surgery.