NCLEX-PN
Reduction of Risk Potential NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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.
Question 2 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 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
Prior to checking a fingerstick blood glucose level, the nurse checks the identification band of the newly admitted client transferred from another facility. The nurse notes that the name and birth date are correct but that the band has the logo from another facility. Which is the best action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Replacing the band ensures the medical record number matches the current facility, preventing errors during procedures.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client who states her last menstrual period was March 16, and she has missed one period. She reports episodes of nausea and vomiting. Pregnancy is confirmed by a urine test. What will the nurse calculate as the estimated date of delivery (EDD)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: December 23. Naegele's rule states: Add 7 days and subtract 3 months from the first day of the last regular menstrual period to calculate the estimated date of delivery.