NCLEX RN· Full Length · ATI NCLEX-RN Practice Questions

The physician of a client diagnosed with alcoholism orders neomycin 0.5 g q6h to prevent hepatic coma. Neomycin decreases serum ammonia levels by:

A murmur has been discovered during the routine physical examination of a 1-year-old child. The parent is extremely concerned about this diagnosis. Which of the following explanations by the nurse indicates understanding of this dysfunction?

The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of gentamicin (Garamycin) IV. Which laboratory value should the nurse check before administration?

A client with a history of a liver transplant is receiving Tacrolimus (Prograf). The nurse should monitor the client for:

The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of hepatitis who is experiencing pruritis. Which would be the most appropriate nursing intervention?

Pregnant women with diabetes often have problems related to the effectiveness of insulin in controlling their glucose levels during their second half of pregnancy. The nurse teaches the client that this is due to:

A client has had amniocentesis. One of the tests performed on the amniotic fluid is a lecithin/sphingomyelin (L/S) ratio. The results show a ratio of 1:1. This is indicative of:

The nurse working in a clinic is reviewing the chart of a client with a probable anemia. Which would most likely indicate a deficiency in Vitamin B12?

A child receiving chemotherapeutic drugs experiences a loss of appetite directly related to the therapy. Which of the following strategies should be most effective in encouraging the child to eat?

The nurse is caring for a client with a history of asthma. Which medication should the nurse anticipate being ordered for an acute asthma attack?