NCLEX-RN
Practice NCLEX RN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is a metabolic, life-threatening adverse reaction to general anesthesia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Malignant hyperthermia is a life-threatening reaction to general anesthesia, characterized by rapid temperature increase due to muscle hypermetabolism.
Question 2 of 5
The first action that the nurse should take if she finds the client has an O2 saturation of 68% is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An O2 saturation of 68% indicates severe hypoxemia, requiring immediate oxygen administration.
Question 3 of 5
A client is receiving enteral feedings through a nasogastric tube, and the nurse is administering the client's medications. Which of the following can be administered through the NG tube? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Pills (crushed, dissolved) (
B) and liquid suspension (
D) are safe for NG administration. Extended-release (
A) and enteric-coated (
C) medications should not be crushed; soft-gel (E) and sublingual (F) are not suitable.
Question 4 of 5
The client has an order for FeSO4 liquid. Which method of administration would be best?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering FeSO4 with orange juice enhances iron absorption due to its vitamin C content.
Question 5 of 5
An 18-month-old is admitted to the hospital with acute laryngotracheobronchitis. When assessing the respiratory status, the nurse should expect to find:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acute laryngotracheobronchitis (croup) is characterized by inspiratory stridor and a harsh, barking cough due to upper airway inflammation and narrowing.