(ANSWERS and RATIONALE) – Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
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1. A. Furadantin antimicrobial activity is more potent in an acid urine. Ascorbic acid or vitamin C tablets acidify the urine.
2. A. These signs, in addition to laryngeal edema, are characteristic of an allergic reaction that is, less spe- cifically, a transfusion reaction. Chills, increased temp-... Continue Reading
NCLEX Questions – Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
1. The client who is receiving Furadantin for a urinary tract infection may also receive ascorbic acid. The rationale for this additional agent is to
a. Acidify the urine.
b. Alkalinize the urine.
c. Fortify mucosal resistance.
d. Promote tissue repair.
2. A client receiving a blood transfusion begins to wheeze and her skin becomes flushed with hives. The nurse knows that... Continue Reading
(ANSWERS & RATIONALE) Health Promotion and Maintenance NCLEX RN Review
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1. C. Celiac disease is caused by an intolerance to gluten, which is a protein found in wheat, oats, barley and rye, All the foods in option 3 contain gluten. Option 1 would be eliminated if the child had a lactose intolerance, option 4 would be eliminated if the child had a fat intolerance.
2. D. The most important assessment is vital signs... Continue Reading
Health Promotion and Maintenance NCLEX RN Review
1. A 4 year old with Celiac Disease is in the hospital with an exacerbation of Celiac Crisis due to improper dietary intake. When teaching the mother the dietary restrictions for her child, which of the following foods must be completely eliminated from the child’s diet?
a. Whole milk, ice cream and cheese
b. Rice, corn and soybeans
c. Bread, oatmeal and pretzels
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Answers and Rationale for NCLEX RN Review of Reduction of Risk Potential
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1. B. The elevated creatinine level suggests impaired renal function. Assessing intake and output will provide data related to renal function. The other assessments are not indicative of renal function.
2. D. Hyperextension brings the pharynx into alignment with... Continue Reading
NCLEX RN Review for Reduction of Risk Potential
1. A client’s laboratory results have been returned and the creatinine level is 7 mg/dL. This finding would lead the nurse to place the highest priority on assessing
a. Pupillary reflex.
b. Intake and output.
c. Capillary refill.
d. Temperature.
2. A client requires that a bronchoscopy procedure be done. Due to his physical condition, he will be awake during the... Continue Reading
Safe and Effective Care Environment NCLEX Review Questions Answers and Rationale
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1. Answer A. Advance directives are signed, witnessed documents that provide specific instructions for treatment if a client can’t give those instructions personally when required. Depending on the client’s wishes, they may or may not include DNR orders.
2. Answer B. When taking a medication order over the telephone, standard practice requires verbal... Continue Reading
Safe and Effective Care Environment NCLEX Review Questions
1. The Client Self-Determination Act of 1990 requires all hospitals to inform clients of advance directives. What should nurse Byron tell the client about such advance directives as living wills and health care power of attorney?
a. They guide the client’s treatment in certain health care situations
b. They can’t provide do-not-resuscitate (DNR)... Continue Reading
NCLEX RN Questions for Health Promotion and Maintenance Answers and Rationale
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1. Answer A. Causes of deficient fluid volume include vomiting, diarrhea, conditions that cause increased respirations or increased urinary output, insufficient IV fluid replacement, draining fistulas, and the presence of an ileostomy or colostomy. A client with congestive heart failure or decreased kidney function, or a client receiving frequent wound... Continue Reading
NCLEX RN Questions for Health Promotion and Maintenance
1. Nurse Tristan is assigned to care for a group of clients. On review of the clients’ medical records, the nurse determines that which client is at risk for deficient fluid volume?
a. A client with a colostomy
b. A client with congestive heart failure
c. A client with decreased kidney function
d. A client receiving frequent wound... Continue Reading
NCLEX-RN Safe and Effective Care Environment Answers and Rationale
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1. Answer D. Because of the predilection toward outside and agricultural jobs, migrant workers, made up mostly of Hispanic people, this group is at higher risk for exposure.
2. Answer D. The most common type of first-degree burn is sunburn underscoring the need for education regarding the use of sunscreens and avoiding... Continue Reading


