NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN SATA Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is bedridden at home and gets little exercise. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prolonged immobility in COPD increases calcium excretion due to bone resorption, risking osteoporosis. The other options are not directly related to immobility.
Question 2 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 3 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 4 of 5
For which of the following should the nurse closely assess a client who is reversing from halothane (Fluothane) general anesthesia and receiving clindamycin (Cleocin)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Halothane, a general anesthetic, can cause respiratory depression during recovery, which is a critical condition to monitor. Clindamycin is not strongly associated with these other effects in this context.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is an effective security plan that you may most likely want to consider for implementation within your facility?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Restricting visitors in special care areas and using bar-coded client identification bands are effective security measures to enhance safety and protect client identity, respectively.