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NCLEX Review Questions (Answers and Rationale)

Posted by admin on Jan 09, 2010
View Questions A = the client needs specific information about the effects of the drug, specifically its effect on the blood. The statement about weekly blood tests to determine safe dosage and monitoring for effects on the blood gives the client specific information to ensure follow up with the required protocol for Clorazil therapy. Lack of accurate knowledge can lead to... Continue Reading

NCLEX Review Questions

Posted by admin on Jan 08, 2010
1.    A female client with schizophrenia has been unresponsive to antipsychotic.  The physician ordered Clozapine therapy to the client.  The nurse informed the client that blood test will be done every week while receiving this drug.  The client asks the nurse why blood test is needed.  Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing response? A)    “Weekly... Continue Reading

NCLEX Comprehensive Review Answers and Rationale

Posted by Cedric on Jul 17, 2009
View the questions of NCLEX Comprehensive Review 1.      The correct answer is A: 45 year-old African American attorney The incidence of hypertension is greater among African Americans than other groups in the US. The incidence among the Hispanic population is rising. ... Continue Reading

NCLEX Comprehensive Review

Posted by Cedric on Jul 17, 2009
1. Which individual is at greatest risk for developing hypertension? A)     45 year-old African American attorney B)     60 year-old Asian American shop owner C)     40 year-old Caucasian nurse D)     55 year-old Hispanic teacher 2. A child who ingested 15 maximum... Continue Reading

Practice Questions for NCLEX Exam with Answers 4

Posted by Cedric on Jul 07, 2009
A nurse if reviewing a patient’s chart and notices that the patient suffers from conjunctivitis. Which of the following microorganisms is related to this condition? Yersinia pestis Helicobacter pyroli Vibrio cholera Hemophilus aegyptius A nurse if reviewing a patient’s chart and notices that the patient suffers from... Continue Reading

Practice Questions for NCLEX Exam with Answers 3

Posted by Cedric on Jul 07, 2009
A 65 year old man has been admitted to the hospital for spinal stenosis surgery. When does the discharge training and planning begin for this patient? Following surgery Upon admit Within 48 hours of discharge Preoperative discussion A child is 5 years old and has been recently admitted into the hospital. According to Erickson... Continue Reading

Practice Questions for NCLEX Exam with Answers 2

Posted by Cedric on Jul 07, 2009
A new mother has some questions about (PKU). Which of the following statements made by a nurse is not correct regarding PKU? A Guthrie test can check the necessary lab values. The urine has a high concentration of phenylpyruvic acid Mental deficits are often present with PKU. The effects of PKU are reversible. A patient... Continue Reading

Practice Questions for NCLEX Exam with Answers

Posted by Cedric on Jul 07, 2009
1.     A nurse is reviewing a patient’s medication during shift change. Which of the following medication would be contraindicated if the patient were pregnant? Note: More than one answer may be correct. a.      Coumadin b.      Finasteride c.      Celebrex ... Continue Reading

Answers and Rationales for NCLEX-RN Practice Exam Part 10

Posted by Cedric on Jun 13, 2009
View the NCLEX-RN Practice Test Part 10 1.      Answer A is correct. Rapid continuous rewarming of a frostbite primarily lessens cellular damage. It does not prevent formation of blisters. It does promote movement, but this is not the primary reason for rapid rewarming. It might increase pain for a short period of time as the feeling comes back into... Continue Reading

Answers and Rationales for NCLEX-RN Practice Exam Part 9

Posted by Cedric on Jun 13, 2009
View the NCLEX-RN Practice Test Part 9 1.      Answer D is correct. Methotrexate is a folic acid antagonist. Leucovorin is the drug given for toxicity to this drug. It is not used to treat iron-deficiency anemia, create a synergistic effects, or increase the number of circulating neutrophils. Therefore, answers A, B, and C are incorrect. ... Continue Reading

Answers and Rationales for NCLEX-RN Practice Exam Part 8

Posted by Cedric on Jun 13, 2009
View the NCLEX-RN Practice Test Part 8 1.      Answer B is correct. Barbiturates create a sedative effect. When the client stops taking barbiturates, he will experience tachycardia, diarrhea, and tachpnea. Answer A is incorrect even though depression and suicidal ideation go along with barbiturate use; it is not the priority. Muscle cramps and... Continue Reading