NCLEX Secrets - Neurology Board Review (21-25)

NCLEX Secrets - Neurology Board Review 21. The client had undergone hypophysectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse give highest priority? a) rhinorrhea b) body temperature is 99F c) increased specific gravity of urine d) urine output of 40 to 50 mls/hr 22. The home health nurse is visiting a client who had spinal cord injury. Which of the following factors should the nurse include when giving health teachings? a) regular schedule for elimination b) signs and symptoms of constipation c) proper technique of massaging the legs d)...

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NCLEX Review Questions on Cancer (11-15)

NCLEX Review Questions on Cancer 11. Which of the following should the nurse assess prior to administration of cisplatin? a) hydration b) hemoglobin c) weight d) ECG 12. The client is receiving internal radiation therapy. What is the appropriate nursing action to minimize radiation contamination? a) put the soiled linens in double bag b) keep clients things close to her bedside c) always wear gloves when entering the client's room d) minimize contact with the client 13. A client is suspected of having pheochromocytoma. Which of the following...

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Test Prep for Nursing Exam about Obstetric Nursing (11-15)

window.google_analytics_uacct = "UA-6075767-14"; CHEAP BUY ! ! !         NCLEX E-Book with FREE Saunders and KAPLAN ($4) 11. Which of the following findings by the nurse indicates that Methergine injection to a client, who had delivered 3 hours ago, is effective? a) uterus is 2 fingerbreadths below the umbilicus b) uterus is boggy and at the level of the umbilicus c) uterus is palpated on the right side of the abdomen d) uterus is 2 fingerbreadths above the umbilicus 12. Which of the following statements...

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NCLEX Review about Intestinal Disorders 21-25

NCLEX Review about Intestinal Disorders 16. Which of the following assessment findings should concern the nurse most, when assessing client who had undergone colonoscopy? a) abdominal distention b) 300 ml of bile-stained vomitus c) complaints of anal pain d) complaints of drowsiness and fatigue 17. A client has hepatic cirrhosis and gastric bleeding. Which of the following tasks may be delegated to the nursing assistant? a) assist the client in taking a bath b) hourly intake and output monitoring c) assist the client to sit before changing...

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NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking Exercises III (Questions 11-20)

Here are the Answers to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking III (11-20) --> 11. Which of the following is a characteristic manifestation of rubeola? a) koplik's spot in the mouth b) clusters of vesicles in the trunk c) desquamation of skin at the tips of the fingers and toes d) linear burrows in the skin 12. Which of the following clients should be given highest priority by the nurse? a) the client in the manic phase of bipolar disorder b) the client whose severe depression is now resolving c) the client with severe anxiety d) the...

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

Here are the Questions to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking III (1-10) -->        1) A - to assess for tactile fremitus, place the palms of the hands on the anterior and posterior chest. The client is asked to say "nine-nine-nine" or "tres-tres-tres". Increased tactile fremitus indicates consolidation. 2) C - the most effective measure to prevent poisoning especially among children is to throw out old and unused drugs. Choices A, B and D may not necessarily avoid the child from obtaining poisonous...

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

Here are the Answers to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking III (1-10) --> 1. The nurse performs assessment in a client. She correctly assesses tactile fremitus by: a) using the palm of the hands b) using the fingers c) using the heel of the hand d) using the thumb and fingers 2. When giving health teachings on prevention of poisoning, which of the following is most effective practice? a) keep drugs on cupboard top b) keep drugs in a child protective cap container c) throw out old and unused drugs d) keep drugs in the kitchen cupboards 3....

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NCLEX Secrets - Neurology Board Review (16-20)

NCLEX Secrets - Neurology Board Review 16. Which of the following nursing interventions is best for a patient with Alzheimer's disease? a) providing an unstructured environment b) providing for an environment with less decision making c) providing for flexible environment d) providing for stimulating environment 17. A patient with cerebellar impairment. Which of the following assessment is expected? a) ataxia b) apraxia c) agnosia d) agraphia 18. The client has been diagnosed to have hypertension. Captopril (capoten), an angiotensin-converting-enzyme...

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NCLEX Review about Cardiac Nursing (11-15)

NCLEX Review about Cardiac Nursing 11. Which of the following are non-modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disorders? a) age and gender b) obesity and hypertension c) stress and smoking d) caffeine and alcohol 12. Which of the following laboratory findings is expected in a patient with myocardial infarction? a) elevated troponin levels b) elevated SGPT (ALT) levels c) elevated LDH 2 levels d) elevated CK-MM levels 13. Which of the following is a manifestation of negligence when a client with heart disease is in labor a) the client is...

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NCLEX Secrets about Musculoskeletal Injuries (21-25)

NCLEX Secrets about Musculoskeletal Injuries 21. Which of the following nursing interventions will best help alleviate the discomfort of the patient with rheumatoid arthritis? a) walking a mile each morning b) active range-of-motion exercises of joints c) application of hot or cold packs on the joints d) splinting the joint during waking hours 22. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include when giving health teachings on prevention of crutch palsy? a) assuming a tripod position when using crutches b) bearing the weight on...

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NCLEX Endocrine Questions (15-20)

NCLEX Endocrine Questions 15. Which of the following should the nurse include in the discharge instructions to be given to a client on continuous insulin infusion through insulin pump? a) change needle site every 2 to 3 days b) check blood sugar level daily c) push button on the device to self-administer insulin after each meal d) the machine gives continuous small doses of insulin, so there is no need to check blood sugar levels 16. A client with diabetes mellitus is self-administering NPH insulin from a vial kept at room temperature. The client...

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

Here are the Questions to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking II (11-20) --> 11) A - hypertension may cause rupture of aneurysm. This leads to internal hemorrhage, shock, and finally death. Therefore this client should be given highest priority. 12) C - remove gloves first to prevent contamination of the face, neck and other parts of the body before removing the other barriers. 13) A - these signs and symptoms indicate alcohol withdrawal. The client is likely to experience alcohol withdrawal syndrome because he had abstained from...

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NCLEX Review about Gastrointestinal Discomfort 9-15

NCLEX Review about Gastrointestinal Discomfort 9. What diet should the nurse recommend for a child with celiac disease? a) wheat and oats b) rice and corn c) cookies and ice cream d) pasta and noodles 10. Which of the following foods should not be included in the diet of the client with diverticulitis? a) rice and steamed chicken b) tomato and cucumber c) pasta and orange slices d) roasted turkey and spaghetti 11. A client had undergone gastric resection. Which of the following is not to be included in the nursing care plan for the client...

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Test Prep for Nursing Exam about Pediatric Nursing (11-15)

window.google_analytics_uacct = "UA-6075767-14"; CHEAP BUY ! ! !         NCLEX E-Book with FREE Saunders and KAPLAN ($4) 11. How does the nurse appropriately administer mycostatin suspension in an infant? a) have the infant drink water, and then administer mycostatin in a syringe b) place mycostatin on the nipple of the feeding bottle and have the infant suck it c) mix mycostatin with formula d) swab mycostatin on the affected areas 12. Which of the following actions should concern the nurse most, about...

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NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking Exercises II (Questions 11-20)

Here are the Answers to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking II (11-20) --> 11. After making your nursing rounds, who among the following patients should you refer to the physician first? a) a patient with abdominal aneurysm who has blood pressure of 154/96 mmHg b) a diabetic patient with blood glucose level of 265 mg/dL c) a patient with renal failure whose serum potassium level is 3.4 mEq/L d) a client with 18% first and second degree burns in the different parts of body, whose urine output is 35 ml/hour 12. Which of the following...

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

Here are the Questions to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking II (1-10) --> 1) D - hypermagnesemia inhibits/reduces acetylcholine release, causing decrease in neuromuscular irritability as manifested by loss of deep tendon reflexes. 2) B - a client will develop hepatitis D only when he/she has hepatitis B 3) C - Hindus are vegetarians. 4) C - use the principle of ABC when setting priorities for caring clients. (The client with problem in Airway, Breathing, and Circulation are at highest risk for morbidity and mortality). 5) D -...

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NCLEX Secrets - Neurology Board Review (11-15)

NCLEX Secrets - Neurology Board Review 11. The nurse test for the function of abducens nerve in a client. Which of the following is appropriate nursing action? a) have the client push his arm against a resistance b) have the client shrug his shoulders c) have the client turn his eyes from right to left d) have the client smile and frown 12. Which of the following should the nurse include in the health teachings for the family of a child with meningitis? a) meningitis can be prevented by influenza vaccine b) meningitis does not pose danger to...

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

Here are the Answers to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking II (1-10) --> 1. A nurse is caring for a client whose magnesium level is 3.8 mEq/L. On the basis of this magnesium level, which assessment sign or symptom would the nurse most likely expect to note? a) tetany b) twiches c) positive Trousseau's sign d) loss of deep tendon reflexes 2. Who among the following persons is at risk for hepatitis D? a) a person who traveled recently to a country with poor socio-economic conditions b) a person who was recently diagnosed for hepatitis...

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NCLEX Secrets about Musculoskeletal Injuries (14-20)

NCLEX Secrets about Musculoskeletal Injuries 14. The nurse should include which of the following client teachings for prevention of rapid progression of osteoporosis? a) avoid taking skim milk b) avoid taking protein-rich foods c) avoid calcium supplement d) avoid alcohol 15. A client is brought to the emergency room with compound femur fracture. What is the first action the emergency room nurse should do? a) cover the open wound b) check the clients blood pressure c) assess the client's neurologic status d) prepare the client for X-ray 16....

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Online Nursing Practice Test about Renal Disorders (12-15)

window.google_analytics_uacct = "UA-6075767-14"; CHEAP BUY ! ! !     NCLEX E-Book with FREE Saunders and KAPLAN ($4) 12. The client for intermittent self-catheterization is concerned with the cost of materials for the procedure. Which of the following is the most appropriate response by the nurse? a) I will refer you to social welfare department b) you should be more concerned with your health rather than the cost of materials c) the materials can be reused if properly cleaned and safely kept d) you better discuss...

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NCLEX Review about Cardiac Nursing (6-10)

NCLEX Review about Cardiac Nursing 6. The client undergone cardiac catheterization. His blanket is soaked with blood. What is the best initial nursing action? a) notify the physician b) monitor vital signs c) assess where the site of bleeding is, and apply pressure on that site d) transport the client back to the cardiac catheterization laboratory 7. A client with heart disease is on low-fat diet. A nurse evaluates that the client understands the diet if the client states that a food item to avoid is: a) plums b) cherries c) avocado d) peaches 8....

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NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking Exercises I (Questions 31-40)

Here are the Answers to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical thinking I (31-40) --> 31. If a nurse finds a client unresponsive, her most appropriate next nursing action is: a) provide rescue breathing b) open airway c) start cardiac compression d) check the carotid pulse 32. The charge nurse has a registered nurse (RN) and licensed vocational nurse (LVN) in her team. Who among these clients should the charge nurse assign to the RN? a) the client for colostomy irrigation b) the client for cleansing of diabetic gangrene c) the client who requires...

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