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

Here are the Answers to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking IV (21-30) --> 21. Which of the following laboratory tests may help diagnose presence of spina bifida? a) kleihaeur-betke test b) ABO typing c) HCG levels determination d) alpha-fetoprotein 22. Which of the following signs and symptoms indicate that a client is on Addison's crisis? a) hypotension b) fever c) severe hypokalemia d) severe hyperglycemia 23. Which of the following statements made by a 50-year old male indicates that he understands health teachings about disease...

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

Here are the Questions to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking IV (11-20) --> 11) B - bleeding leads to hypovolemic shock (blood loss of 20% or 1L is fatal). 12) Vesicles 13) C - the restraints should be secured on the bedframe not on the side rails to prevent trauma on the extremities. 14) B - the incident report should not be placed in the client's record. The incident should be documented in the client's record, as well. 15) D - beneficence means doing or promoting good. Choices A, B, and C are practices of nonmaleficence. 16)...

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Test Prep for Nursing Exam about Pediatric 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 toys is inappropriate for an 18-month old child? a) low rocking horses b) push-pull toys c) plastic blocks d) rattles 22. An infant is 7 months. Which of the following comments when made by the mother indicates normal growth and development of the child? a) my child is cross-eyed b) my child can sit up by himself c) my child puts his toes into his mouth d)...

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Online Nursing Practice Test/Exam about Cancer (16-20)

16. After receiving chemotherapy for lung cancer, a client's platelet count falls to 98,000/cu.mm. What term should the nurse use to describe this low platelet count? 17. Which of the following should the nurse include when providing health teachings for patients at risk of developing prostatic cancer? a) participate in smoking cessation program b) perform monthly self-testicular examination c) maintain daily walking exercise d) undergo monthly digital rectal examination 18. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask in a client...

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

Here are the Answers to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking IV (11-20) --> 11. A 38-year old man was brought to the emergency room due to profuse bleeding from chest stab wound. Assessments of his vital signs are follows: BP is 80/40 mmHg, PR is 110 bpm, and RR is 28. The nurse expects which of the following potential problems? a) cardiogenic shock b) hypovolemic shock c) neurogenic shock d) septic shock 12. A 60-year old clients report to the nurse that he has rash on his back and right flank. The nurse observes elevated round...

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

Here are the Questions to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking IV (1-10) --> 1) B - the situation describes signs and symptoms of dehydration. Normal serum sodium is 135-145 mEq/L Normal BUN is 5-25 mg/dl 2) B - tetenus immune globulin provides passive immunity. This is recommended if the client had not received tetanus immunization or when tetanus immunization history could not be determined. 3) D - DIC - is body's response to overstimulation of clotting and articulating processes in response to injury or disease. In DIC, bleeding...

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Online Nursing Practice Test about Respiratory Diseases (21-28)

Situation: Mr. Tan, a 40 year old with asthmatic attack is admitted in the medical ward. 21. Mr. Tan admits to the nurse that he takes the following medications. Which medication may cause asthma attack? a) milk of magnesia b) pepcid ( famotidine) c) acetylsalicylic ( aspirin) d) benadryl ( diphenhydramine) 22. Your finding in your assessment would include the following except: a) ability to speak words without taking deep breath b) tachycardia, cool and moist skin c) air hunger and presence of wheezing sound d) tachycardia, warm and moist...

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Test Prep for Nursing Exam about Obstetric Nursing (16-20)

16. A pregnant woman is being given magnesium sulfate per slow IV drip. This medication is intended to control a) embolism b) seizures c) bleeding d) uterine contractions 17. Abnormal fetal lie and position were noted. Which of the following procedures does the nurse expect to be arranged first, before external rotation (version) is done? a) amniocentesis b) ultrasound c) fetal heart rate monitoring d) x-ray 18. A client is 32 weeks pregnant. She experiences cord prolapse and is in active labor. Which of the following should be the most immediate...

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NCLEX Secrets about Musculoskeletal Injuries (26-30)

NCLEX Secrets about Musculoskeletal Injuries 26. Which among these clients is at highest risk for developing low back pain? a) the man working with a drill hammer b) the man delivering mails in the building c) the salesman selling truck tires d) the man washing windows of a building 27. The client had been diagnosed to have fracture of the tibia after a motorcycle accident. Few hours after, he complains of pain distal to the injury, with numbness and tingling sensation. The nurse notes pallor and coolness of the extremity with absent distal...

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Online Nursing Practice Test about Renal Disorders (21-25)

21. Which of the following should the nurse include in the nursing care plan of the client who is diagnosed to have renal failure, whose BUN is 32 mg/dl, serum creatinine is 4 mg/dl, hematocrit is 38%. He is complaining of fatigue and edema. a) low protein diet and fluid restriction b) high protein diet and fluid restriction c) low protein diet and increase in fiber d) high protein diet and potassium restriction 22. The client in end-stage of renal failure had undergone kidney transplant. Which of the following assessment findings indicate kidney...

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Test Prep for Nursing Exam about Pediatric Nursing (16-20)

16. Which of the following assessment findings is normal in a 6-month old infant? a) is able to hold his bottle b) is able to sit unsupported c) is able to use a spoon d) is able to creep 17. After receiving endorsement, which of the following clients should the nurse see first? a) a 2-day old infant, lying quietly, is alert, with a heart rate of 135 bpm b) a day-old infant, who is crying, with anterior fontanel bulging c) a 12-hour old infant held by the mother with respiration of 45 cpm d) a 3-hour old infant, whose temperature is 36.7 C,...

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

Here are the Answers to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking IV (1-10) --> 1. The client is complaining of confusion, tachycardia, serum sodium level is 150 mEq/L, BUN is 30 mg/dl. Which of the following problems should the nurse watch for? a) fluid volume excess b) fluid volume deficit c) ineffective tissue perfusion d) risk for injury 2. The client has severe wound from a vehicular accident. His tetanus immunization status is unknown. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing action? a) do not give tetanus immunization b)...

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

Here are the Questions to NCLEX Preparation Course - Critical Thinking III (21-30) --> 21) A - shigellosis is a type of gastroenteritis. The microorganism is transmitted through oro-fecal route. 22) B - marfan syndrome is characterized by tall, thin skeleton. The arms and legs are disproportionately long. 23) A - blood loss during surgery and decreased aldosterone secretion that leads to sodium and water loss, require fluid and electrolyte replacement. This is to prevent hypovolemic shock. 24) A - absence of drainage from the ileostomy for...

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NCLEX Secrets - Neurology Board Review (26-30)

NCLEX Secrets - Neurology Board Review 26. The client had been diagnosed to have Parkinson's disease. He is receiving levodopa. Which of the following health teachings should be included by the nurse? a) avoid over exposure to sunlight b) avoid taking pyridoxine and fortified cereals c) increase fluid intake d) discontinue the drug if it causes reddish brown discoloration of urine 27. The client is diagnosed to have amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Which of the following signs and symptoms should the nurse observe? a) resting tremors, rigidity,...

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Online Nursing Practice Test about Respiratory Diseases (29-35)

window.google_analytics_uacct = "UA-6075767-14"; CHEAP BUY ! ! !          NCLEX E-Book ($4) 29. The client had undergone thoracentesis. Which of the following is a correct action by the LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) immediately after the procedure? a) she turns the client towards the affected side b) she turns the client towards the unaffected side c) she places the client in a supine position d) she places the client in semi-fowler's position 30. The client is diagnosed to have advanced...

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NCLEX Review about Cardiac Nursing (16-20)

NCLEX Review about Cardiac Nursing 16. Which of the following signs and symptoms indicate pacemaker failure? a) excessive thirst b) prolonged hiccups c) flushing of the skin d) increased urine output 17. The client is diagnosed to have acute myocardial infarction. He has a nursing diagnosis of decreased cardiac output. This is secondary to a) chest pain b) circulatory overload c) electrolytes imbalance d) ventricular dysrhythmias 18. Which of the following physician's order should the nurse question when preparing a client who will undergo...

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