Free NCLEX Reduction of Risk Potential Practice Questions
Free NCLEX Reduction of Risk Potential practice questions. Master lab value interpretation, diagnostic tests, vital sign changes, and complication prevention.
Sample NCLEX Question
A postoperative client has a heart rate of 118 bpm, blood pressure 88/52 mmHg, and urine output of 20 mL over the past hour. What should the nurse do first?
AAdminister the prescribed pain medication
BIncrease the IV fluid rate and notify the provider
CReposition the client to the left lateral position
DApply oxygen at 2 L/min via nasal cannula
Correct Answer: B
This client shows signs of hypovolemia (tachycardia, hypotension, oliguria). Increasing IV fluids addresses the most likely cause. The provider should be notified for additional orders. Pain medication could worsen hypotension.
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