NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Next Gen Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is appropriate when developing a plan of care for promoting the development of a preschooler? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Anticipatory guidance, understanding behavior, and identifying deviations support preschooler development. Predicting future development is not feasible, and daycare is not universally required.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is an adverse effect to therapeutic radiation therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Xerostomia (dry mouth) is a common adverse effect of radiation therapy, particularly when the head or neck is irradiated, due to damage to salivary glands.
Question 3 of 5
A hospitalized client fell on the floor and sustained a small laceration on her hand that required stitches. The intern will suture the client's hand at the client's bedside and asks for bupivacaine (Marcaine) with epinephrine and a suture kit in order to suture the laceration. The nurse should question which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bupivacaine with epinephrine should be questioned for hand lacerations, as epinephrine can cause vasoconstriction and potential tissue ischemia in extremities.
Question 4 of 5
A client with schizophrenia is responding well to risperidone (Risperdal) and is no longer psychotic. After teaching the client about managing his illness, which of the following statements reflects a need for further education?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Concern about affording daily medication suggests a need for further education on resources or adherence strategies, as non-adherence risks relapse. Other statements reflect appropriate understanding.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine to a 15-month-old. Where should the nurse administer the injection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The vastus lateralis is the preferred site for intramuscular vaccines like MMR in toddlers due to adequate muscle mass and low risk of nerve damage.