NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Question Bank Free Questions
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Question 1 of 5
When witnessing an adult client's signature on a consent for a procedure, the nurse verifies that the consent was obtained in an appropriate manner. The nurse should verify which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Informed consent requires adequate disclosure, client understanding, voluntary consent, and awareness of complications. A relative's presence is not mandatory unless the client is incapacitated.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of tuberculosis is prescribed isoniazid (INH). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Isoniazid can cause hepatotoxicity, requiring regular liver function monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease is prescribed levodopa-carbidopa (Sinemet). The nurse should teach the client that this medication works by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Levodopa-carbidopa increases dopamine levels in the brain, helping to alleviate Parkinson's symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of pancreatitis is admitted with abdominal pain. The nurse should expect which of the following laboratory findings?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevated amylase and lipase are hallmark laboratory findings in pancreatitis due to pancreatic enzyme release.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A, D
Rationale: aPTT monitors heparin therapy, and D-dimer indicates clot presence in DVT.