NCLEX-PN
Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client begins a regimen of chemotherapy. Her platelet counts falls to 98,000. Which action is least likely to increase the risk of hemorrhage?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reverse isolation does not affect the risk of hemorrhage.
Question 2 of 5
Clients who take iron preparations should be warned of the possible side effects, which might include:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Iron supplements commonly cause gastrointestinal side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and stomach cramps, requiring client education.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following nursing diagnoses is most appropriate for the client experiencing acute pancreatitis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acute Pain is most appropriate for the client experiencing acute pancreatitis, as pancreatitis causes severe abdominal pain due to inflammation and autodigestion of the pancreas.
Question 4 of 5
What do the following ABG values indicate: pH 7.38, PO2 78 mmHg, PCO2 36 mmHg, and HCO3 24 mEq/L?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: These ABG values are within normal limits.
Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because the ABG values indicate none of these acid-base disturbances.
Question 5 of 5
A client begins a regimen of chemotherapy. Her platelet counts falls to 98,000. Which action is least likely to increase the risk of hemorrhage?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reverse isolation does not affect the risk of hemorrhage.