NCLEX-PN
Emergency Nursing NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client has ingested a corrosive solution containing lye. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lye is corrosive, risking airway edema; assessing for compromise is critical. Ipecac is contraindicated, NG tubes are for non-corrosives, and water/milk may delay care.
Question 2 of 5
The triage nurse in a large trauma center has been notified of an explosion in a major chemical manufacturing plant. Which action should the nurse implement first when the clients arrive at the emergency department?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Removing contaminated clothing and showering prevents ongoing chemical exposure, the first priority. Triage follows, washing is part of decontamination, and assuming decontamination is unsafe.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a class about rape prevention to a group of women at a community center. Which information is not a myth about rape?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rape is about power and control, not sexual desire, a fact. Provocative dressing, misinterpreting 'no,' and excluding male victims are myths.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement explains the scientific rationale for having emergency suction equipment available during resuscitation efforts?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Suction equipment clears vomit or secretions, ensuring a patent airway during resuscitation. Gastric distention, intubation, and HCP protection are secondary concerns.
Question 5 of 5
During a disaster, a local news reporter comes to the emergency department requesting information about the victims. Which action is most appropriate for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Directing the reporter to the command post ensures controlled information release, adhering to HIPAA. Escorting off, citing HIPAA, or requesting to stay out are less collaborative.