Nursing assistant is taking vital signs in a patient with osteomyelitis. Which should he/she report immediately? A. Blood pressure of 160/78 mm Hg B. Heart rate of 110 beats/min C. Respiratory rate …
NCLEX Question 5
A patient with atrial fibrillation is ambulating and suddenly says, "I feel really dizzy." What should the nurse do? A. Assess the blood pressure B. Check the apical pulse C. Check patient's …
NCLEX Question 4
Patient is taking captopril (Capoten) and spironolactone (Aldactone). Which is the most important to monitor? A. Calcium level B. Sodium level C. Potassium level D. Blood urea nitrogen level A is …
NCLEX Question 3
What requires immediate follow-up for a child after having a tonsillectomy? A. Sore throat B. Frequent swallowing C. Heart rate of 110 beats/min D. Persistent crying A is incorrect. It's expected …
NCLEX Question 2
Patient showed up at the ER with cherry-red mucous membranes, nail beds, and skin. These findings indicate: A. Carbon monoxide poisoning B. Aspirin overdose C. Mosquito bite D. Pneumonia A is …
How to Prioritize Patients on the NCLEX
It is important to know patient prioritization for nursing school, the NCLEX, and the real nursing world. Do you prioritize the patient who is nauseous or the patient who's blood pressure is dropping …
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