2023 NCLEX RN Exam Test Bank | 900 Actual Exam Q&A 100% Verified

2023 NCLEX RN Exam Test Bank | 900 Actual Exam Q&A 100% Verified 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 1. Answer: 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. 2. A child who ingested 15 maximum strength acetaminophen tablets 45 minutes ago is seen in the emergency department. Which of these orders should the nurse do first? A. Gastric lavage PRN B. Acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) for age per pharmacy C. Start an IV Dextrose 5% with 0.33% normal saline to keep vein open D. Activated charcoal per pharmacy 2. Answer: A: Gastric lavage PRN Removing as much of the drug as possible is the first step in treatment for this drug overdose. This is best done by gastric lavage. The next drug to give would be activated charcoal, then mucomyst and lastly the IV fluids. 3. Which complication of cardiac catheterization should the nurse monitor for in the initial 24 hours after the procedure? A. angina at rest B. thrombus formation C. dizziness D. falling blood pressure 3. Answer: B: thrombus formation Thrombus formation in the coronary arteries is a potential problem in the initial 24 hours after a cardiac catheterization. A falling BP occurs along with hemorrhage of the insertion site which is associated with the first 12 hours after the procedure.