NCLEX-PN
Safety and Infection Control NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
During a health promotion seminar, the nurse plans to discuss ways to prevent food poisoning. What information should the nurse plan to address?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C: Thorough washing of raw produce removes bacteria, preventing food poisoning. A: Meats should be separated to avoid cross-contamination. B: Unpasteurized milk carries infection risks. D: Ground beef must reach 160°F to kill pathogens.
Question 2 of 5
Constipation is one of the most frequent complaints of elders. When assessing this problem, which action should be the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: obtain a health and dietary history. Initially, the nurse should obtain information about the chronicity of and details about constipation, recent changes in bowel habits, physical and emotional health, medications, activity pattern, and food and fluid history. This information may suggest causes as well as an appropriate, safe treatment plan.
Question 3 of 5
A client is admitted for first and second degree burns on the face, neck, anterior chest and hands. The nurse's priority should be to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: assess for dyspnea or stridor. Due to the location of the burns, the client is at risk for developing upper airway edema and subsequent respiratory distress.
Question 4 of 5
A client has a chest tube inserted following a left lower lobectomy required by a stab wound to the chest. While repositioning the client, the nurse notices dark, red fluid flows into the collection chamber of the chest drain. What is the most appropriate nursing action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: It is not unusual for blood to collect in the chest and be released into the chest drain when the client changes position. The dark color of the blood indicates it is not fresh bleeding inside the chest.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to care for the client diagnosed with tuberculosis who has been coughing up blood. Which illustration best shows the PPE that the nurse should plan to wear?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D: N95 respirator for airborne precautions and a face shield for blood exposure are appropriate. Other options lack adequate respiratory or splash protection.