NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN SATA Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is ready to be discharged from same-day surgery following an inguinal hernia repair. Which criteria must the client meet before the nurse can discharge the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The ability to walk to the bathroom indicates sufficient recovery of mobility and stability, a key discharge criterion. Pain control and urination are also important, but mobility is critical.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of hypothyroidism is admitted with fatigue. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following laboratory abnormalities?
Correct Answer: A, B
Rationale: Hypothyroidism presents with elevated TSH and decreased free T4.
Question 3 of 5
The client has sore nares while a nasogastric (NG) tube is in place. Which of the following nursing measures would be most appropriate to help alleviate the client's discomfort?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying a water-soluble lubricant to the nares reduces irritation and discomfort caused by the NG tube.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has just undergone a total hip replacement. Which of the following positions should the nurse avoid placing the client in?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Crossing the legs post-hip replacement risks dislocation of the prosthesis and should be avoided.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse notes that the primary health care provider has written a prescription for prednisone for a client. The nurse contacts the primary health care provider about revision of the client's medication plan if which medication is noted on the client's medication record?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prednisone, a glucocorticoid, is irritating to the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, which could be worsened by the use of other products that have the same side effect.
Therefore, products such as aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) and nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs are not used during corticosteroid therapy.