NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Prep Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When teaching a client about the side effects of fluoxetine (Prozac), which of the following will the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diarrhea, dry mouth, weight loss, reduced libido. Commonly reported side effects for fluoxetine (Prozac) are diarrhea, dry mouth, weight loss and reduced libido.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client at 15 weeks gestation who has hyperemesis gravidarum. Which of the following findings would be consistent with the condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyperemesis gravidarum causes severe vomiting, leading to ketosis (moderate to high urine ketones) from fat breakdown. Bradycardia, hyperkalemia, and hypertension are not typical; tachycardia and hypokalemia may occur.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with atrial fibrillation about the use of Coumadin (warfarin) at home. The need to avoid which of these should be emphasized to the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Foods rich in vitamin K. Vitamin K acts as an antidote to the pharmacologic action of Coumadin therapy, decreasing Coumadin's effectiveness. Foods high in vitamin K include dark greens, tomatoes, bananas, cheese, and fish.
Question 4 of 5
A client with myxedema should be prescribed which diet?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Myxedema (hypothyroidism) slows metabolism, so a high-carbohydrate diet provides energy to support metabolic needs.
Question 5 of 5
When making a home visit to a client with chronic pyelonephritis, which nursing action has the highest priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ask for a log of urinary output. Monitoring urine output is the best indicator of renal function in pyelonephritis.