NCLEX-PN
Pharmacology Questions NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The male client comes to the emergency department and reports he stepped on a rusty nail at home about two (2) hours ago. Which question would be most important for the nurse to ask during the admission assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tetanus risk is high with puncture wounds; knowing the last tetanus shot guides prophylaxis, the priority per CDC guidelines.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 10 year-old client who will be placed on heparin therapy. Which assessment is critical for the nurse to make before initiating therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Weight. Check the client's weight because dosage is calculated on the basis of weight.
Question 3 of 5
The client is experiencing supraventricular tachycardia (SVT). Which antidysrhythmic medication should the nurse prepare to administer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adenosine is first-line for SVT, rapidly terminating the arrhythmia, per ACLS guidelines. Other drugs are used for different rhythms.
Question 4 of 5
The client in the intensive care department has a nasogastric tube for continuous feedings. The nurse is preparing to administer nifedipine (Procardia XL) via the N/G tube. Which procedure should the nurse follow?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Procardia XL is extended-release and cannot be crushed or given via NG tube; HCP notification is needed for an alternative form.
Question 5 of 5
An adult is scheduled for a left cataract extraction. Homatropine and Cyclogyl eye drops are ordered. What is the expected action of these drops?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Homatropine and Cyclogyl are mydriatics, dilating the pupil to facilitate cataract surgery.