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NCLEX-RN EXAM PACK 75 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS WITH EXPLANATION {LATEST UPDATED 2024} SET _1_2_3_4_5_

Question 1 After cardiac surgery, a client’s blood pressure measures 126/80 mm Hg. Nurse Katrina determines that mean arterial pressure (MAP) is which of the following? A. 46 mm Hg B. 80 mm Hg C. 95 mm Hg D. 90 mm Hg Correct Answer: C. 95 mm Hg Use the following formula to calculate MAP MAP = systolic + 2 (diastolic) MAP = 126 mm Hg + 2 (80 mm Hg) MAP = 286 mm Hg MAP = 95 mm Hg • Option A: 46 mmHg is according to the calculations. • Option B: 80 mmHg is inadequate accord...

Question 1 Mr. Rodriguez is admitted with severe pain in the knees. Which form of arthritis is characterized by urate deposits and joint pain, usually in the feet and legs, and occurs primarily in men over age 30? A. Septic arthritis B. Traumatic arthritis C. Intermittent arthritis D. Gouty arthritis Correct Answer: D. Gouty arthritis Gouty arthritis, a metabolic disease, is characterized by urate deposits and pain in the joints, especially those in the feet and legs. Urate deposits d...

Question 1 Which action(s) should you delegate to the experienced nursing assistant when caring for a patient with a thrombotic stroke with residual left-sided weakness? Select all that apply. A. Assist the patient to reposition every 2 hours. B. Reapply pneumatic compression boots. C. Remind the patient to perform active ROM. D. Check extremities for redness and edema. Correct Answer: A, B, & C. The experienced nursing assistant would know how to reposition the patient and how to r...

Question 1 A nurse was instructed by a physician to give clarithromycin (Biaxin) for a child whose BSA is 0.55 m2. The usual adult dose is 500 mg. Biaxin is available in an oral suspension. The 100ml bottle is labeled 50 mg/ml. How many ml would the nurse give per dose? Fill in the blanks. Record your answer using one decimal place. Answer: (3.2) mL. Correct answer: 3.2 mL. Formula: BS A Formula: BSA Formula: Rationale:  Use the BSA formula first then the standard formula as shown ...

1. While assessing a one-month-old infant, which of the findings warrants further investigation by the nurse? Select all that apply. A. Abdominal respirations B. Irregular breathing rate C. Inspiratory grunt D. Increased heart rate with crying E. Nasal flaring F. Cyanosis G. Asymmetric chest movement Correct Answers: C, E, F, & G  Option C. Grunting occurs when an infant attempts to maintain an adequate functional residual capacity in the face of poorly compliant lungs by partia...

Question 1 A patient with Parkinson’s disease has a nursing diagnosis of Impaired Physical Mobility related to neuromuscular impairment. You observe a nursing assistant performing all of these actions. For which action must you intervene? A. The NA assists the patient to ambulate to the bathroom and back to bed. B. The NA reminds the patient not to look at his feet when he is walking. C. The NA performs the patient’s complete bath and oral care. D. The NA sets up the patient’s tray an...

Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 12th Edition by Susan M Ford 1. A client is diagnosed with springtime allergic conjunctivitis. The nurse predicts the client will be prescribed which otic solution? a. Brimonidine b. Gatifloxacin c. Betaxolol d. Nedocromil Answer: D Rationale: Mast cell stabilizers, such as nedocromil, are ophthalmic drugs useful in a client who has allergic conjunctivitis during the spring. Brimonidine is used to lower IOP in clients with open-angle glaucoma or ...

Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 12th Edition by Susan M Ford 1. A client who is prescribed digoxin is receiving electrolyte replacement therapy. The nurse would monitor the client for signs of digoxin toxicity if which electrolyte is administered? a. Sodium b. Potassium c. Magnesium d. Phosphorous Answer: B Rationale: The nurse should monitor a client taking digoxin for signs of digoxin toxicity if potassium is being given. The use of magnesium and digoxin can result in heart b...

Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 12th Edition by Susan M Ford 1. The nurse caring for a client who is receiving treatment for cancer. The client has been informed that they will be receiving a drug to support passive immunity. When the client asks the nurse to explain passive immunity, how will the nurse respond? a. “It involves administration of antibodies from another person or animal.” b. “Passive immunity is based on previous exposure to an antigen.” c. “It involves your...