NCLEX-PN
Reduction of Risk Potential NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client has a nasogastric tube after colon surgery. Which one of these tasks can be safely delegated to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Skin care around a nasogastric tube is a routine task that is appropriate for UAPs. The other tasks involve assessment or advanced skills that require a licensed nurse.
Question 2 of 5
The client with dementia and confusion is transferred from the hospital to the nursing home. The client's family has not yet arrived at the nursing home. Which direction is appropriate for the RN to provide to the LPN?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing the client near the nurse's station ensures supervision and safety for a client with dementia, who is at risk for falling or wandering.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching the parents of a 3 month-old infant about nutrition. What is the main source of fluids for an infant until about 12 months of age?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Formula or breast milk. Formula or breast milk are the perfect food and source of nutrients and liquids up to 1 year of age.
Question 4 of 5
The charge nurse is planning assignments on a medical unit. Which client should be assigned to the practical nurse (PN)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The PN is a licensed provider and can perform this complex task. Irrigating and redressing a leg wound requires clinical skills appropriate for a PN, whereas the other tasks are either simpler or require an RN.
Question 5 of 5
Which of these actions by the nurse best prevents medication errors when administering medications to a client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using two forms of client identification (e.g., name and medical record number) is the best practice to prevent medication errors by ensuring the right client receives the medication.