NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Test Bank Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
You are the chair person for the healthcare facility's newly formed multidisciplinary Safety Committee. During the Forming stage of this group's development major conflicts have arisen. Which technique of conflict resolution should you use to resolve these conflicts?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: During the Forming stage, where group members are establishing relationships, compromise is the most effective conflict resolution technique to promote collaboration and consensus while addressing conflicts constructively.
Question 2 of 5
A client is taking 600 mg of valproic acid (Depakene) twice daily. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Valproic acid commonly causes tremors, gastrointestinal upset (e.g., nausea), and weight gain. Hair loss and anorexia are less common side effects.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of schizophrenia is prescribed olanzapine (Zyprexa). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Olanzapine commonly causes weight gain, requiring monitoring in clients with schizophrenia.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation. Which of the following actions is the highest priority to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed to 30-45 degrees reduces the risk of aspiration, a key factor in preventing ventilator-associated pneumonia.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a closed head injury. Which finding indicates increasing intracranial pressure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Widening pulse pressure (e.g., increasing systolic with stable diastolic) is a sign of increasing intracranial pressure, part of Cushing's triad.