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NCLEX · 100 questions

Reduction of Risk Potential — Core Concepts Practice Questions

This topic covers the essential principles of Reduction of Risk Potential as tested in the NCLEX-RN. Master these concepts to build a strong foundation before advancing to exam-level questions.

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Question 1Foundation

A nurse is preparing to administer a blood transfusion to a 67-year-old client with anemia. Which action should the nurse take first to reduce the risk of transfusion reaction?

ACheck the client's temperature and vital signs
BVerify client identity using two identifiers and check blood compatibility
CStart the transfusion at a slow rate of 50 mL/hour
DEnsure emergency medications are readily available

Examiner's Design Intent

Tests understanding of transfusion safety hierarchy and ability to prioritize prevention of catastrophic ABO incompatibility over monitoring for less severe complications

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Question 2Foundation

The nurse hears a fire alarm sound on the unit. Smoke is visible in the hallway near a client's room.

AActivate the fire alarm system.
BClose all doors to client rooms.
CEvacuate clients horizontally past fire doors.
DExtinguish the fire with the nearest extinguisher.

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Tests application of RACE fire protocol when alarm phase is complete, specifically assessing priority of containment over evacuation

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Question 3Foundation

A 72-year-old client with diabetes mellitus is admitted for surgery. Which laboratory value should the nurse report immediately to reduce perioperative complications?

AHemoglobin A1C of 7.2%
BFasting glucose of 140 mg/dL
CBlood glucose of 380 mg/dL
DSerum creatinine of 1.2 mg/dL

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Tests ability to prioritize critical lab values requiring immediate intervention to prevent serious perioperative complications in diabetic patients

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