NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Next Gen Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following should be a priority nursing diagnosis for a client who has had a total laryngectomy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Impaired verbal communication is the priority after a total laryngectomy due to the loss of vocal cords, affecting communication ability.
Question 2 of 5
A client has a positive sputum culture for Mycobacterium tuberculosis and is prescribed streptomycin as part of the treatment. The nurse determines that the client is experiencing a toxic effect of the medication when which test result is abnormal?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: BUN and creatinine are measured during therapy with streptomycin because the medication is nephrotoxic. Vision testing is done during treatment with ethambutol. The client taking isoniazid for tuberculosis is at risk for hepatotoxicity. Hemoglobin and hematocrit are not specifically related to tuberculosis.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of chronic kidney disease is admitted with edema. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following electrolyte imbalances? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, C, D
Rationale: Chronic kidney disease can cause hyperkalemia, hyponatremia, hypocalcemia, and hypermagnesemia due to impaired excretion and filtration.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of heart failure is prescribed lisinopril (Prinivil). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: A, B
Rationale: Lisinopril, an ACE inhibitor, can cause hyperkalemia and hypotension.
Question 5 of 5
Which nursing action is most essential for the hospitalized client with a new tracheostomy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Maintaining a patent airway is the most critical action for a client with a new tracheostomy to ensure adequate oxygenation. Other actions are important but secondary to airway patency.