NCLEX-RN
Best NCLEX RN Question Bank Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When you are monitoring your client who is now started on an intravenous antibiotic for an infection, you notice that the client is exhibiting signs of anaphylaxis. What is your first priority intervention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stopping the IV flow is the first priority to halt the administration of the allergen causing anaphylaxis, followed by other emergency interventions.
Question 2 of 5
A client with diabetes is explaining to the nurse how she will care for her feet at home. Which statement indicates that the client understands proper foot care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Thorough drying prevents moisture-related infections, critical for diabetic foot care to avoid complications like ulcers.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of chronic heart failure is prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following signs of toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Yellow vision is a classic sign of digoxin toxicity, indicating the need for immediate evaluation.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease who is prescribed salmeterol (Serevent). The nurse should instruct the client to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Salmeterol is a long-acting bronchodilator used twice daily for maintenance therapy in COPD.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse reviewing the electrocardiogram (ECG) rhythm strip of a client with a history of a myocardial infarction (MI) notes that the PR intervals are 0.16 seconds. The nurse should arrive at which interpretation of this assessment data?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The PR interval represents the time it takes for the cardiac impulse to spread from the atria to the ventricles. The PR interval range is 0.12 to 0.2 seconds.
Therefore, the finding is normal. The remaining options all indicate an abnormal finding, so they are not appropriate responses.