NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN SATA Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client had a positive Papanicolaou smear and underwent cryosurgery with laser therapy. What information should the nurse provide the client as a part of discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cryosurgery is a procedure that involves freezing cervical tissues. Vaginal discharge should be clear and watery after the procedure. There is mild pain after the procedure, but opioid analgesics would not be required. Tub and sitz baths are avoided while the area is healing, which takes about 10 weeks. The client will begin to slough off dead cell debris, which may be odorous. This resolves within approximately 8 weeks.
Question 2 of 5
A 13-year-old client is dying of cancer and struggling with the emotional aspects of this. When providing care for this client, the nurse should incorporate the developmental tasks for this age. According to Erikson's developmental model, the child normally is expected to be working on which of the following psychosocial issues?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Adolescents (ages 12–18) focus on identity vs. role confusion, developing a sense of self and personal identity.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client receiving chemotherapy. Which precaution is most important?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring for fever is critical, as chemotherapy increases infection risk due to immunosuppression.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of hypertension about the DASH diet. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bananas are rich in potassium and part of the DASH diet, which promotes heart-healthy eating to manage hypertension.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse assists the physician in inserting a temporary pacemaker into the client. After the procedure, the nurse should verify that which of the following has been documented?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Documenting the pacemaker rate, type, and settings is critical to ensure proper function and patient safety post-procedure. While cardiovascular status and sedation are important, the pacemaker specifics are the priority for verification.