NCLEX RN Test Bank Questions PDF
Question 1 of 5.
A client with a diagnosis of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome and cytomegalovirus retinitis is receiving ganciclovir. Which action should the nurse plan to take while the client is taking this medication?
A. Monitor blood glucose levels for elevation.
B. Administer the medication on an empty stomach only.
C. Apply pressure to venipuncture sites for at least 2 minutes.
D. Provide the client with a soft toothbrush and an electric razor.
Explanation: Ganciclovir causes neutropenia and thrombocytopenia as the most frequent side effects. For this reason, the nurse monitors the client for signs and symptoms of bleeding and implements the same precautions that are used for a client receiving anticoagulant therapy. These include providing a soft toothbrush and electric razor to minimize the risk of trauma that could result in bleeding. The medication may cause hypoglycemia, not hyperglycemia. The medication does not have to be taken on an empty stomach. Venipuncture sites should be held for approximately 10 minutes.
Question 2 of 5.
You are the chair person for the healthcare facility's newly formed multidisciplinary Safety Committee. During the Forming stage of this group's development major conflicts have arisen. Which technique of conflict resolution should you use to resolve these conflicts?
A. Passivity
B. Compromise
C. Competition
D. Accommodating Others
Explanation: During the Forming stage, where group members are establishing relationships, compromise is the most effective conflict resolution technique to promote collaboration and consensus while addressing conflicts constructively.
Question 3 of 5.
Which is most closely aligned with ethics?
A. Morals
B. Laws
C. Statutes
D. Client rights
Explanation: Ethics is most closely aligned with morals , as both involve principles of right and wrong that guide behavior, whereas laws and statutes are legal frameworks, and client rights are specific entitlements.
Question 4 of 5.
Which statement about Respondeat Superior is accurate?
A. Respondeat Superior does not mean that a nurse cannot be held liable.
B. Respondeat Superior does not mean that a nurse cannot be held libel.
C. Respondeat Superior is an ethical principle.
D. Respondeat Superior is a law.
Explanation: Respondeat Superior is a legal doctrine holding employers liable for employees' actions within the scope of employment, but it does not absolve nurses from personal liability for negligence.
Question 5 of 5.
Which of the following is considered an internal disaster?
A. A tornado that has touched down on the healthcare facility
B. A severe cyclone that has destroyed nearby homes
C. A massive train accident that brings victims to your facility
D. An act of bioterrorism in a nearby factory
Explanation: An internal disaster is an event within the healthcare facility, such as a tornado directly affecting it, requiring internal emergency protocols.
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