NCLEX-PN
Safety and Infection Control NCLEX Questions
Question 1 of 5
The client with an infected leg wound receives treatment and a prescription for antibiotics during a clinic visit. Which information should the nurse emphasize when completing discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C: Chills and fever over 101°F indicate possible antibiotic failure, requiring prompt reporting. A: Tetanus shots are not repeated weekly. B: Dressings need frequent changes for infected wounds. D: Cold medicines are generally safe unless contraindicated.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is using chlorhexidine to cleanse a vein site prior to inserting an IV catheter. While pressing the activated applicator on the skin, what should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A: Back-and-forth scrubbing for 30 seconds ensures effective antisepsis. B: Circular motion and 10 seconds are inadequate. C: Visual wetness is insufficient. D: Chlorhexidine is clear, causing no discoloration.
Question 3 of 5
Which of these findings would the nurse more closely associate with anemia in a 10 month-old infant?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: pale mucosa of the eyelids and lips. In iron-deficiency anemia, the physical exam reveals a pale, tired-appearing infant with mild to severe tachycardia.
Question 4 of 5
The HCP prescribes metronidazole 0.5 g orally three times daily for the client with an infection. The label states that each tablet is 250 mg. How many tablets should the nurse prepare to administer for one dose?
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: 0.5 g = 500 mg; 500 mg/ 250 mg/tablet = 2 tablets per dose.
Question 5 of 5
The charge nurse is planning hospital bed placements for the five male clients identified in the exhibit. Two double rooms and one private room are available. Which room assignments should be made by the charge nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B: Client C requires airborne precautions and a private room. A and D share the same organism and contact precautions. B and E require standard precautions and can share a room.