NCLEX-RN
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Question 1 of 5
While assessing a term neonate on a home visit to a primiparous client 2 weeks after a vaginal delivery, the nurse observes that the neonate is slightly jaundiced and the stool is a pale, light color. The nurse notifies the physician because these findings indicate which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pale stools and jaundice in a neonate suggest biliary atresia, a condition requiring urgent evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
A client being treated for a comminuted fractured tibia asks the nurse to explain what a comminuted fracture means. The nurse should give which response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A comminuted fracture is a complete fracture across the shaft of a bone, with splintering of the bone into fragments. A simple fracture is a fracture of the bone across its entire shaft with some possible displacement but without breaking the skin. A greenstick fracture is an incomplete fracture, which occurs through part of the cross section of a bone. One side of the bone is fractured, and the other side is bent. A compound fracture, also called an open fracture, is one in which the skin or mucous membrane has been broken, and the wound extends to the depth of the fractured bone.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease who is receiving oxygen therapy. Which of the following flow rates is most appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A flow rate of 1-2 L/min via nasal cannula is appropriate for COPD clients to avoid suppressing their hypoxic respiratory drive.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client post-cataract surgery. Which instruction should the nurse include in discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding bending at the waist prevents increased intraocular pressure, which could complicate recovery post-cataract surgery.
Question 5 of 5
A client is hospitalized for ingesting an overdose of acetaminophen. The nurse prepares to administer which specific antidote for this medication overdose?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acetylcysteine restores sulfhydryl groups that are depleted by acetaminophen metabolism. Flumazenil is the antidote for benzodiazepine reversal. Phytonadione is the antidote for warfarin sodium. Naloxone hydrochloride reverses respiratory depression caused by an opioid.