NCLEX-PN
Pharmacology NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A woman who is receiving cancer chemotherapy exhibits all of the following. Which is most indicative of bone marrow depression?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Petechiae indicate low platelets, a sign of bone marrow depression, a common chemotherapy side effect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is to collect a sputum specimen for acid-fast bacillus (AFB) from a client. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assist with oral hygiene. Obtain a specimen early in the morning after mouth care. The other responses follow this first action: the client should take several deep breaths then cough into the appropriate sterile container to obtain the AFB specimen of the sputum.
Question 3 of 5
A 17-year-old client has been recently diagnosed as having diabetes mellitus Type 1. Insulin is prescribed. The client asks why insulin can't be taken by mouth. What is the best answer for the nurse to give?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Insulin is a protein destroyed by gastric enzymes, requiring injection for effective delivery.
Question 4 of 5
The client with type 2 diabetes mellitus is prescribed glyburide (Micronase), a sulfonylurea. Which statement indicates the client understands the medication teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Glyburide can cause hypoglycemia; carrying candy prepares for low blood sugar during activity. Insulin, no side effects, or muscle absorption are incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
An adult is receiving gentamicin IV q8h. Which laboratory tests does the nurse expect that the client will have done regularly?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: BUN and serum creatinine are tests of renal function. Gentamicin is nephrotoxic. All persons receiving gentamicin should have these tests done regularly to assess for toxicity.