NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
While interviewing a client who abuses alcohol, the nurse learns that the client has experienced 'blackouts.' The wife asks what this means. The best response at this time is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Blackouts in alcohol abuse refer to short-term memory amnesia, where the client cannot recall events during intoxication despite appearing conscious.
Question 2 of 5
As the nurse hangs a bag of 3-in-1 total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for a client, a family member asks what is in the bag. The nurse explains a 3-in-1 TPN solution includes
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 3-in-1 TPN contains dextrose (carbohydrates), amino acids (proteins), and lipids (fats), providing complete nutrition.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is in the medication room drawing up insulin for a client when a code blue is called. In his haste to respond to the call, the nurse places the syringe of insulin on the counter and responds to the code. Afterward, the nurse returns to the medication room and retrieves the syringe of insulin. Which action by the nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The syringe was left unattended, risking contamination or mix-up, so it should be disposed of in the sharps container, and a new dose drawn up to ensure safety.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer the first dose of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) to a 50-year-old female adult client admitted to the hospital with Guillain-Barre syndrome. Which nursing intervention is appropriate regarding administration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring vital signs before and during IVIG infusion detects adverse reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis) early, ensuring client safety.
Question 5 of 5
A client is diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder following a rape by an unknown assailant. The nurse should give priority to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A supportive environment fosters trust and safety, critical for a client with PTSD to begin processing trauma.