NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 60-year-old client has undergone a nerve-sparing prostatectomy and has been advised by his physician that he may not recover normal sexual functioning. The client is very concerned about this and asks the nurse for more information. Which of the following information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Post-prostatectomy, retrograde ejaculation (
A), variable recovery time (
B), avoiding intercourse for 1 month (
D), and anxiety's impact (E) are relevant. Recovery within a month (
C) is incorrect, and prioritizing other intimacy (F) is subjective.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is monitoring the labs of a client admitted with viral hepatitis. Which of the following lab findings would the nurse expect for this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, C, D
Rationale: Viral hepatitis typically causes increased AST, elevated ammonia, and low serum albumin due to liver damage, while ALT is usually increased, not decreased, and prothrombin time is prolonged.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a radium implant for the treatment of cervical cancer. While caring for the client with a radioactive implant, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Standing at the foot of the bed minimizes radiation exposure by maximizing distance, adhering to radiation safety principles.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse has just received the change of shift report. Which client should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Significant drainage post-lobectomy suggests potential hemorrhage, requiring urgent assessment.
Question 5 of 5
Which client should be assigned to the nursing assistant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The elderly client with a thyroidectomy 4 days ago is stable and suitable for routine care by a nursing assistant.