NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client scheduled for disc surgery tells the nurse that she frequently uses the herbal supplement kava-kava (piper methysticum). The nurse should notify the doctor because kava-kava:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Kava-kava can potentiate the effects of anesthetics and analgesics, increasing the risk of oversedation or prolonged recovery, necessitating physician notification.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for altered fluid balance. Which signs and symptoms of dehydration would the nurse expect to find in this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, C
Rationale: Increased hematocrit and orthostatic hypotension are signs of dehydration due to reduced plasma volume, while bounding pulses and decreased urine specific gravity are not typical.
Question 3 of 5
The client has an order for heparin to prevent post-surgical thrombi. Immediately following a heparin injection, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking the site for bleeding ensures early detection of hematoma or excessive bleeding post-heparin injection.
Question 4 of 5
A client has autoimmune thrombocytopenic purpura. To determine the client's response to treatment, the nurse would monitor:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Platelet count is the primary indicator of treatment response in autoimmune thrombocytopenic purpura, as the condition is characterized by low platelets.
Question 5 of 5
A client with diverticulitis fills out her lunch menu after instruction from the nurse on proper diet. Which selection by the client demonstrates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Creamy peanut butter is high-fat and low-fiber, which can exacerbate diverticulitis. Other options are low-residue and appropriate.