NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking Exercises VI (Answers 1-10)

Here are the Questions to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking VI (1-10) --> 1) A - in multiple myeloma, bone destruction causes hypercalcemia. Therefore, giving calcium supplement is inappropriate. Hypercalcemia causes polyuria. The client should increase his fluid intake to prevent dehydration and renal stone formation. The client with multiple myeloma is at high risk for fracture and infection. Falls and infection should be avoided. 2) C - in a client with AV-fistula, arm precaution should be observed. This means no BP taking or...

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NCLEX Secrets - Neurology Board Review (41-45)

NCLEX Secrets - Neurology Board Review 41. When lumbar puncture is done, the needle is inserted into which of the following intervertebral spaces? a) cervical 4 and 5 b) thoracic 4 and 5 c) lumbar 4 and 5 d) sacral 4 and 5 42. The cerebral cortex is responsible for regulating which of the following functions? a) motor activities, speech b) touch, temperature c) hearing, taste d) vision, reading 43. A client with Alzheimer's disease lives in a board and care facility. The client frequently wanders outside the care facility. Which of the following...

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Test Prep for Nursing Exam about Obstetric Nursing (31-35)

SAVE 31. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the physician when observed in a 6-month old infant? a) absent moro reflex b) positive kernig's sign c) positive babinski's sign d) absent tonic neck reflex 32. A pregnant client is admitted in the emergency room, with cervix fully dilated. Which of the following is the priority action by the RN to facilitate proper bearing down? a) put the client in sitting position with shoulders supported b) put the client in lithotomy position c) put the client in right side-lying position d)...

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NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking Exercises VI (Questions 1-10)

Here are the Answers to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking VI (1-10) --> 1. Which of the following is inappropriate nursing action when caring for a client with multiple myeloma? a) give calcium supplement b) increase client's fluid intake c) prevent falls d) protect the client from infection 2. A client has an AV-fistula on the right arm. The RN would intervene if the CNA performs which of the following? a) listens for bruits b) palpates for thrill c) takes the BP on the right arm d) takes the BP on the left arm 3. Which of the...

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NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking Exercises V (Answers 21-30)

Here are the Questions to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking V (21-30) --> 21) A - magnesium-rich foods are as follows: green leafy vegetables, avocado, tuna fish, yogurt, cooked rolled oats, milk, peas, potatoes, pork, beef, chicken, raisins, peanut butter, cauliflower. Meat is the richest source of magnesium. 22) A - the post-thyroidectomy client is experiencing hypocalcemia which may lead to seizures. The nurse should give priority to this client. 23) B - Schilling's test involves administration of oral radioactive vitamin...

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Test Prep for Nursing Exam about Pediatric Nursing (26-30)

window.google_analytics_uacct = "UA-6075767-14"; CHEAP BUY ! ! !         NCLEX E-Book with FREE Saunders and KAPLAN ($4) 26. Which of the following situations is most dangerous among children? a) medications are placed in the cupboard b) gun is found inside the locker but the child doesn't know where the keys are c) an 11-year old boy is skating along highway, going the same direction with the cars d) a 4-year old playing tricycle with pedal in the backyard wearing helmet, elbow pads and knee pads 27....

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NCLEX Review about Cardiac Nursing (26-30)

NCLEX Review about Cardiac Nursing 26. The client has coronary artery disease (CAD). Which of the following statements when made by the client indicates that he understands the health instructions? a) I need to avoid carbohydrates b) I need to avoid working in cold weather c) I need to avoid exercise d) I need to avoid fruits 27. A client had a second myocardial infarction episode. The nurse determines the precipitating factor when the client says a) I use my nicoderm patch, so I can quit smoking b) I go for a walk in the park, each morning...

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NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking Exercises V (Questions 21-30)

Here are the Answers to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking V (21-30) --> 21. The patient is suffering from hypomagnesemia. Which of the following foods is appropriate for this client? a) chicken b) egg c) nuts d) green beans 22. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess first? a) a post-thyroidectomy client with tremors in the fingers b) a diabetic client with blood glucose of 204 mg/dl c) a postoperative client complaining of pain on incision site d) an elderly client with urinary incontinence 23. The client will...

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NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking Exercises V (Answers 11-20)

Here are the Questions to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking V (11-20) --> 11) A - cheese and milk are rich in sodium. 12) B - the client with burns in the face experiences airway obstruction; he may also experience suffocation due to inhalation of smoke and therefore should be given highest priority. 13) A - thickened liquid diet is easier to swallow and is appropriate in a client experiencing dysphagia. Broth, sliced fruits and spaghetti can easily be aspirated. 14) C - exposure to sunlight causes exacerbation of manifestations...

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NCLEX Review about Gastrointestinal Disorders 21-25

NCLEX Review about Gastrointestinal Disorders 21. Which of the following findings indicates effectiveness of Viokase? a) abdominal pain relieved b) steatorrhea has decreased c) vomiting has stopped d) jaundice has diminished 22. The client had undergone ileostomy. He has nasogastric tube connected to intermittent suction, with IV fluid and foley catheter. Which of the following physician's instructions requires intervention by thew nurse? a) remove the NGT on the third day postop b) remove foley catheter after 24 hours c) irrigate ileostomy...

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Test Prep for Nursing Exam about Obstetric Nursing (26-30)

window.google_analytics_uacct = "UA-6075767-14"; CHEAP BUY ! ! !         NCLEX E-Book with FREE Saunders and KAPLAN ($4) 26. A baby has been delivered 2 hours ago by a diabetic mother. The baby manifests high-pitched cry. The nurse should assess for which of the following conditions? a) fetal alcohol syndrome b) increased intracranial pressure c) prematurity d) hypoglycemia 27. Which of the following situations in a newborn necessitates urgent attention by the nurse? a) irregular respiratory patterns b)...

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NCLEX Secrets - Neurology Board Review (36-40)

NCLEX Secrets - Neurology Board Review 36. Which of the following nursing diagnosis should be given highest priority by the nurse in a client diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)? a) activity intolerance related to muscle weakness b) ineffective breathing pattern related to respiratory muscle weakness c) ineffective sexuality pattern related to paralysis d) ineffective coping related to body changes 37. A client has been diagnosed to have Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following is most appropriate nursing action to prevent sundowning...

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Online Nursing Practice Test about Respiratory Diseases (36-40)

window.google_analytics_uacct = "UA-6075767-14"; CHEAP BUY ! ! !           NCLEX E-Book ($4) 36. Which of the following findings should be reported to the physician? a) vesicular breath sounds at the peripheral areas of the lungs b) bronchovesicular breath sounds heard over the mainstem bronchi c) bronchial breath sounds heard over the trachea d) adventitious breath sounds heard all over the lungs 37. The client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is receiving Aminophylline....

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NCLEX Practice Exam/Test - Critical Thinking Exercises V (Questions 11-20)

Here are the Answers to NCLEX Critical Thinking V (11-20) --> 11. Which of the following foods are rich in sodium? a) salad and cheese b) baked potato c) orange slices d) turnips 12. Which of the following clients should be given highest priority by the Emergency Department nurse? a) the client with diffuse abdominal pain b) the client with burns in the face c) the client with severe diarrhea d) the client with fracture of the arm 13. The client with multiple sclerosis is experiencing dysphagia. Which of the following foods is most important...

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NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking Exercises V (Answers 1-10)

Here are the Questions to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking V (1-10) --> 1) B - a client who had undergone vasectomy is considered sterile and may have unprotected sex after 3 negative semen analysis. 2) D - septic shock is caused by severe infection. Toxins cause massive vasodilation causing decreased tissue perfusion and decreased tissue oxygenation. 3) A - after verbal stimulation, tactile stimulation should be done, e.g. painful stimulation. 4) C - anasarca is generalized edema. Decrease in edema indicates improvement. 5)...

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NCLEX Review Questions on Cancer (21-25)

NCLEX Review Questions on Cancer 21. Which of the following nursing actions is most appropriate when caring for a client with radium implant? a) wear gloves when entering the client's room b) wear masks and gloves when performing procedures to the client c) avoid staying with the client for more than 30 minutes in a shift d) place client's soiled gowns and linens in a plastic bag 22. A woman had been diagnosed to have breast cancer. Which of the following factors is most significant to her prognosis? a) she had her menarche at age 12 years b)...

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NCLEX Endocrine Questions (21-25)

NCLEX Endocrine Questions 21. A diabetic client asks a nurse if bacon is allowed in the diet. Which nursing response is most appropriate? a) bacon is much too high in fats b) bacon is not allowed c) one strip of bacon may be eaten if you eliminate 1 teaspoon of butter d) bacon may be eaten if you eliminate one meat from the diet 22. The client with congestive heart disease is diagnosed to have diabetes mellitus (DM). Which of the following medications should not be administered by the nurse to this client? a) capoten (captopril) b) lanoxin...

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NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking Exercises V (Questions 1-10)

Here are the Answers to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking V (1-10) --> 1. Which of the following statements when made by the client who had undergone vasectomy indicates understanding of the procedure? a) it is safe to have unprotected sex a week after the procedure b) I should have 3 negative semen analysis before being considered sterile c) I am considered sterile immediately after the procedure d) I should have protected sex for 6 months after the procedure 2. Septic shock is caused by a) massive blood loss b) compromised myocardial...

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NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking Exercises IV (Answers 21-30)

Here are the Questions to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking IV (21-30) --> 21) D - elevated alpha-fetoprotein indicates neural tube defects and chromosomal defects. 22) A - addison's crisis is characterized by acute adrenal insufficiency. It is precipitated by stress, infection, trauma or surgery. It can cause severe hypotension, hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, hypoglycemia and shock. 23) A - annual digital rectal examination (DRE) is required for males who are over 40 years of age. This is to detect BPH and rectal cancer. 24) D -...

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NCLEX Kidneys 26-30

Let us try answering some NCLEX Kidneys Questions . . .  28. The client with chronic renal failure is on chronic hemodialysis. Which of the following indicate improvement of the client's condition due to hemodialysis? Select all that apply a) the client's BP is 130/90 b) the client's serum potassium is 4.8 mEq/L c) the client's hemoglobin level is 10 g/dL d) the client's serum calcium is 7.7 mg/dL f) the client's serum sodium is 140 mEg/L g) the client's serum magnesium is 4 mEq/L h) the client's weight has increased from 60 kg to 63...

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NCLEX Review about Cardiac Nursing (21-25)

NCLEX Review about Cardiac Nursing 21. The client with congestive heart failure develops cardiac tamponade. Which of the following signs and symptoms would the nurse assess? a) distant or muffled heart sounds b) hypertension c) bradycardia d) increased urine output 22. The nurse is giving health teachings to several clients. Which among these clients is at risk for coronary artery diseases? a) the client who works in the department store b) the client who smokes cigarette c) the client who had her menarche at age 12 years old d) the client...

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Online Nursing Practice Test about Neurological Disorders (31-35)

31. The client experiences hypoglossal nerve damage. Which of the following assessment findings does the nurse expect in the client? a) difficulty of swallowing and protrusion of tongue b) asymmetry of the face c) severe pain on the side of the face d) inability to rotate the head and move shoulders 32. Which of the following indicates stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system (SNS)? a) hypotension b) urinary frequency c) diarrhea d) dilatation of pupils 33. A client with moderate Alzheimer's disease removes her clothes in the hall. Which...

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Test Prep for Nursing Exam about Obstetric Nursing (21-25)

window.google_analytics_uacct = "UA-6075767-14"; CHEAP BUY ! ! !         NCLEX E-Book with FREE Saunders and KAPLAN ($4) 21. Which of the following indicates that Brethine (Theophylline) is effective in a woman on premature labor? a) uterine contractions become more frequent b) uterine contractions stop c) cervical dilatation progresses d) rupture of membrane occurs 22. The woman isi n active labor. The presentation of the fetus is left occiput posterior (LOP). Which of the following measures should...

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