NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN SATA Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client's laboratory test results reveal a decrease in both serum transferrin and total iron-binding capacity (TIBC). Which disorder is the most likely cause of the client's anemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Malnutrition can cause reductions in the serum transferrin and the TIBC. Infection is an unrelated option. Iron-deficiency anemia is usually characterized by decreased iron-binding capacity but increased transferrin levels. Additionally, in clinical practice, the hemoglobin level is routinely used to detect iron-deficiency anemia. Sickle cell anemia is diagnosed by determining that the client has hemoglobin S.
Question 2 of 5
A client undergoes cystoscopy with bladder biopsy. After the procedure, which assessment is most appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing for excessive bleeding post-cystoscopy with biopsy is critical due to the risk of hemorrhage. A Foley catheter may not be present, and culture is less urgent.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is conducting health assessments for school-age children. A characteristic behavior of a 7-year-old girl is that she:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: At 7 years, children typically enjoy social interaction and team games, reflecting their developmental stage of cooperative play.
Question 4 of 5
A client is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). The nurse notices that the bag of TPN solution has been infusing for 24 hours but has $300 \mathrm{~mL}$ of solution left. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: TPN solutions should not hang for more than 24 hours due to infection risk. The nurse should discontinue the current bag, change the tubing, and hang a new bag. Continuing or altering the rate is unsafe.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is delivering care to a client who is diagnosed with toxic shock syndrome (TSS). Which complication of this syndrome should the nurse monitor the client for?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: TSS is caused by infection and is often associated with tampon use. DIC is a complication of TSS. The nurse monitors the client for signs of this complication, and notifies the primary health care provider promptly if signs and symptoms are noted. The other options are not complications of TSS.