REMAR- COMPREHENSIVE NCLEX PN
EXAM III
A client has just been released from the hospital. The client is no longer on
neutropenic precautions. What is the normal range for Platelet Count?
150,000-450,000
It is within a Licensed Practical Nurse scope of practice to insert a rectal tube.
FALSE
It is within the Registered Nurse scope of practice to perform a needle
thoracostomy emergently to relieve tension pneumothorax.
FASLE
It is within the Registered Nurse scope of practice to flush an epidural line on a
pregnant client.
FALSE
What is the normal range for Prothrombin Time (PT)?
9.5-13.5
It is in the Practical Nurse scope of practice to operate a cough assist machine.
FALSE
Who is most appropriate to administer Ketamine for pain control?
Anesthesiologist
What is the normal range for creatinine?
0.5-1.2 mg/dL
It is within the registered nurse scope of practice to administer narcotics via an
epidural line for a postpartum client.
FALSE
It is within the Registered Nurse scope of practice to pronounce death.
TRUE
It is within the Registered Nurse scope of practice to dispense emergency
contraception in absence of a pharmacist on site and without a provider's
request.
FALSE
It is within the Practical Nurse scope of practice to empty a supra-pubic catheter
when it is clamped off and not attached to a drainage bag.
FALSE
What is the normal range for hematocrit in women?
37-48%
What is the normal range for Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT)?
25-35 seconds
The nurse is caring for a client with bipolar disorder who has lithium prescribed.
The nurse should suggest that the client have which of the following snacks?
Tomatoes and saltine crackers
It is within the scope of practice for a Practical Nurse to perform a heel stick on a
newborn.
TRUE
, The nurse is caring for an African American client. She suspects an impaired
respiratory status. Because of this client's dark skin, the nurse should assess for
cyanosis by inspecting the:
mucous membranes
Which lobe of the brain is utilized in making decisions?
FRONTAL
Which part of the brain enables you to tell whether things are warm or cold to
the touch?
PARIETAL
A health care provider is conducting a community education class on stroke
prevention. The teaching plan for this class will include which of these
instructions?
"It is important to maintain a healthy weight and to control your blood pressure."
A client with chronic asthma is prescribed theophylline. The nurse knows that the
therapeutic theophylline concentration falls within which range?
10 to 20 mcg/ml
When determining the effectiveness of oxygen therapy, which arterial blood gas
value is most important?
Partial pressure of arterial oxygen
A nurse is caring for a 9 years old client diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. The client
is ordered to have chest physiotherapy. When should the nurse perform this
procedure?
At least 2 hours after a meal.
Which of the following is contraindicated for a client with seizure precautions?
Assessing oral temperature with a glass thermometer.
A client who is regaining consciousness after a craniotomy becomes restless and
attempts to pull out her IV line. Which nursing intervention protects the client
without increasing her ICP?
Wrap her hands in soft "mitten" restraints.
A nurse is caring for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which
nursing intervention would help maintain a patent airway?
Encouraging coughing and deep breathing.
A new nurse is caring for a client who presents to the emergency room
complaining of a chronic illness. The client states "I have to clear my throat of a
lot of mucus first thing in the morning." The client also has bluish colored nail
beds. The nurse notes an 8 pound weight loss and an arterial blood gas that
indicates respiratory acidosis. The nurse should expect which of the following?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
How do ace inhibitors help patients with congestive heart failure?
They relax the blood vessels and lower the blood pressure.
According to Erikson, middle-childhood
children are in the _____ stage of psychosocial development.
industry vs inferiority
A licensed practical nurse is reporting to the emergency department for a float
assignment. The charge nurse knows which patient is most appropriate to give
the LPN?
EXAM III
A client has just been released from the hospital. The client is no longer on
neutropenic precautions. What is the normal range for Platelet Count?
150,000-450,000
It is within a Licensed Practical Nurse scope of practice to insert a rectal tube.
FALSE
It is within the Registered Nurse scope of practice to perform a needle
thoracostomy emergently to relieve tension pneumothorax.
FASLE
It is within the Registered Nurse scope of practice to flush an epidural line on a
pregnant client.
FALSE
What is the normal range for Prothrombin Time (PT)?
9.5-13.5
It is in the Practical Nurse scope of practice to operate a cough assist machine.
FALSE
Who is most appropriate to administer Ketamine for pain control?
Anesthesiologist
What is the normal range for creatinine?
0.5-1.2 mg/dL
It is within the registered nurse scope of practice to administer narcotics via an
epidural line for a postpartum client.
FALSE
It is within the Registered Nurse scope of practice to pronounce death.
TRUE
It is within the Registered Nurse scope of practice to dispense emergency
contraception in absence of a pharmacist on site and without a provider's
request.
FALSE
It is within the Practical Nurse scope of practice to empty a supra-pubic catheter
when it is clamped off and not attached to a drainage bag.
FALSE
What is the normal range for hematocrit in women?
37-48%
What is the normal range for Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT)?
25-35 seconds
The nurse is caring for a client with bipolar disorder who has lithium prescribed.
The nurse should suggest that the client have which of the following snacks?
Tomatoes and saltine crackers
It is within the scope of practice for a Practical Nurse to perform a heel stick on a
newborn.
TRUE
, The nurse is caring for an African American client. She suspects an impaired
respiratory status. Because of this client's dark skin, the nurse should assess for
cyanosis by inspecting the:
mucous membranes
Which lobe of the brain is utilized in making decisions?
FRONTAL
Which part of the brain enables you to tell whether things are warm or cold to
the touch?
PARIETAL
A health care provider is conducting a community education class on stroke
prevention. The teaching plan for this class will include which of these
instructions?
"It is important to maintain a healthy weight and to control your blood pressure."
A client with chronic asthma is prescribed theophylline. The nurse knows that the
therapeutic theophylline concentration falls within which range?
10 to 20 mcg/ml
When determining the effectiveness of oxygen therapy, which arterial blood gas
value is most important?
Partial pressure of arterial oxygen
A nurse is caring for a 9 years old client diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. The client
is ordered to have chest physiotherapy. When should the nurse perform this
procedure?
At least 2 hours after a meal.
Which of the following is contraindicated for a client with seizure precautions?
Assessing oral temperature with a glass thermometer.
A client who is regaining consciousness after a craniotomy becomes restless and
attempts to pull out her IV line. Which nursing intervention protects the client
without increasing her ICP?
Wrap her hands in soft "mitten" restraints.
A nurse is caring for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which
nursing intervention would help maintain a patent airway?
Encouraging coughing and deep breathing.
A new nurse is caring for a client who presents to the emergency room
complaining of a chronic illness. The client states "I have to clear my throat of a
lot of mucus first thing in the morning." The client also has bluish colored nail
beds. The nurse notes an 8 pound weight loss and an arterial blood gas that
indicates respiratory acidosis. The nurse should expect which of the following?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
How do ace inhibitors help patients with congestive heart failure?
They relax the blood vessels and lower the blood pressure.
According to Erikson, middle-childhood
children are in the _____ stage of psychosocial development.
industry vs inferiority
A licensed practical nurse is reporting to the emergency department for a float
assignment. The charge nurse knows which patient is most appropriate to give
the LPN?
