NCLEX-PN
Reduction of Risk Potential NCLEX PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 6-year-old is admitted to the ED after ingesting oxycodone tablets that had been prescribed for the parent. The parent provides the prescription bottle that originally contained 15 tablets of oxycodone 5 mg. The parent stated taking 3 tablets. There are 9 tablets remaining in the bottle. If the child ingested the missing tablets, how many mg of oxycodone did the child ingest?
Correct Answer: 15
Rationale: 15 - 3 = 12; 12 - 9 = 3; 3 tablets x 5 mg = 15 mg. The child ingested 15 mg of oxycodone.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has just returned from the operating room after a cholecystectomy. Which of these findings requires immediate follow-up by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An oxygen saturation of 88% indicates hypoxia, requiring immediate intervention to prevent respiratory compromise.
Question 3 of 5
Clinic employees were taught to recognize the hazards of various chemicals using the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) diamond label and coding system. What should the nurse determine about the substance that has the label illustrated?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The blue diamond with a 3 indicates a serious health hazard, capable of causing significant injury.
Question 4 of 5
The client with DM is receiving care in the home for a foot ulcer. The home health nurse documents the narrative note illustrated. Which problem should be the nurse's priority on the return visit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Improper footwear increases the risk of injury or falls, which is critical for a diabetic client with reduced foot sensation and a healing ulcer.
Question 5 of 5
A 6-year-old is admitted to the ED after ingesting oxycodone tablets that had been prescribed for the parent. The parent provides the prescription bottle that originally contained 15 tablets of oxycodone 5 mg. The parent stated taking 3 tablets. There are 9 tablets remaining in the bottle. If the child ingested the missing tablets, how many mg of oxycodone did the child ingest?
Correct Answer: 15
Rationale: 15 - 3 = 12; 12 - 9 = 3; 3 tablets x 5 mg = 15 mg. The child ingested 15 mg of oxycodone.