NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Question Bank Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When suctioning the respiratory tract of a client, it is recommended that the suctioning period not exceed how many seconds?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Suctioning should not exceed 15 seconds to prevent hypoxia and trauma to the airway.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of breast cancer is prescribed tamoxifen (Nolvadex). Which side effect should the nurse teach the client to report?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vaginal bleeding may indicate endometrial hyperplasia or cancer, a serious side effect of tamoxifen requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of depression is prescribed bupropion (Wellbutrin). The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following side effects immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bupropion lowers the seizure threshold, and seizures are a serious side effect requiring immediate reporting.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following theories of pain are you utilizing when you recognize the fact that some of the factors that open this 'gate' to pain are low endorphins and anxiety and that some of the factors that close this 'gate' to pain are decreased anxiety and fear?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Melzack and Wall's Gate Control Theory posits that pain perception is modulated by factors like anxiety (opening the gate) and reduced anxiety or endorphins (closing the gate).
Question 5 of 5
A client is receiving a continuous I.V. infusion of heparin. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heparin is an anticoagulant, and its primary adverse effect is bleeding, which the nurse should monitor closely.