Nclex-Rn Readiness Test 14

The primary healthcare provider (PHCP) prescribes ibuprofen 600 mg PO q 6 hours PRN pain. The medication label reads ibuprofen 200 mg tablets. How many tablets will be administered to achieve the corr

The nurse has received a prescription to administer intramuscular (IM) epinephrine. The nurse understands that this medication affects the

The nurse is caring for a client newly diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm. The nurse should anticipate a prescription for which of the following medications?

The nurse is preparing to transfuse fresh frozen plasma (FFP) to a client. ➢ Which of the following actions would be appropriate for the nurse to take?

The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). The nurse should anticipate a prescription for which medication?

The primary healthcare provider (PHCP) prescribes 0.5 g of acetaminophen by mouth every six hours. The nurse has administered 3 doses. ➢ How many total milligrams has the client received? Fill in the

The primary healthcare provider (PHCP) prescribes 0.375 mg of digoxin intravenously (IV) to a client. The nurse has 0.25 mg/mL of digoxin on hand. ➢ How many mL will the nurse administer? Fill in the

The client is prescribed 3 g/hr of intravenous magnesium sulfate via continuous infusion. The label reads 20 g of magnesium sulfate in 1000 mL of normal saline. ➢ How many mL/hr should the nurse set t

The nurse is teaching a caregiver how to administer an injection of enoxaparin. ➢ Which statement, if made by the caregiver, would require further teaching?

The nurse performs a respiratory assessment on an older adult client and observes apnea that alternates with periods of rapid breathing. The nurse should document this respiratory pattern as

The nurse is educating nursing students about factors that can influence cardiac output. Which of the following would cause an increase in cardiac output? Select all that apply.

The nurse in a community-based setting is teaching clients strategies for preventing cardiovascular disease. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include? Select all that apply.

A nurse is preparing a client for a bronchoscopy procedure. Which pre-procedure intervention should the nurse prioritize to ensure the client's safety?

The nurse is assisting a physician in performing a bronchoscopy. The nurse suspects the client is experiencing a vasovagal response as evidence by the client's

The nurse has obtained a physician's order to obtain a clean catch urine specimen from a client. The nurse should instruct the client to obtain the urine sample

The nurse assesses a client three hours following cardiac surgery. Assessment findings were a blood pressure of 88/52 mm Hg, jugular venous distention, and muffled heart sounds. The nurse anticipates

The nurse is caring for an older adult four hours after a colonoscopy. ➢ Which assessment finding requires immediate follow-up?

The nurse is reviewing the diet of the client with hypoparathyroidism. The nurse understands that the client should be on what type of diet?

The nurse is caring for a client recovering from myocardial infarction who is presenting with a heart rate of 110 beats per minute, a blood pressure of 86/58 mmHg, crackles, shortness of breath, dusky

The nurse is caring for an elderly home health client experiencing a sudden onset of delirium. Which of the following should the home health nurse assess first?

The nurse is reviewing vital signs for a client admitted with abdominal pain and has a medical history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which vital sign requires follow-up by the nurse

The nurse is caring for a client with the following clinical data, as shown in the exhibit. Which medication would the nurse be concerned about before administration based on the vital signs? See the

The nurse is caring for a client who has a vaso-occlusive event (VOE) secondary to sickle cell disease (SCD). Which of the following would indicate the client is achieving the treatment goals?

The nurse is caring for a client suspected of having an endocrine disorder. Based on the client's laboratory data, the client is at the highest risk for which condition? See the exhibit.

0900: The client reports fatigue for the past 3 months and mild ankle swelling. He also reports a metallic taste in his mouth and occasional constipation. The client has a history of diabetes mellitus