NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN SATA Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus is prescribed exenatide (Byetta). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exenatide can cause pancreatitis, a serious side effect requiring monitoring for symptoms like abdominal pain.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
During the health history interview, which of the following strategies is the most effective for the nurse to use to help clients feel that they have an active role in their health care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Engaging clients by asking for their description of events and views on past medical care promotes active participation, fosters trust, and ensures the nurse understands the client's perspective, which is critical for patient-centered care.
Question 4 of 5
A client has received electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). What intervention should the nurse perform first in the posttreatment area and upon the client's awakening?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse should first monitor vital signs, orient the client, and review with the client that he or she just received an ECT treatment. The posttreatment area should include accessibility to the anesthesia staff, oxygen, suction, pulse oximeter, vital sign monitoring, and emergency equipment. The nursing interventions outlined in the remaining options will follow accordingly.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of bipolar disorder is prescribed carbamazepine (Tegretol). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following side effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Carbamazepine can cause agranulocytosis, requiring regular monitoring of white blood cell counts.