NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
A patient is suspected of having thrombophlebitis of the left lower extremity.
Question 1 of 5
During the initial assessment the nurse should specifically observe the patient for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Edema is a hallmark sign of thrombophlebitis due to venous obstruction.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
Which statement made by the parents of a child who has sickle cell anemia indicates understanding of how to reduce the incidence of crises?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Adequate hydration prevents blood viscosity, reducing sickle cell crisis risk. Outdoor play is beneficial, aspirin is risky, and travel mode is irrelevant.
Question 3 of 5
Which detail of a client's drug therapy is the nurse legally responsible for documenting?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse legally must document the client's reaction to the drug in addition to the time the drug was administered and the dosage given. The nurse isn't legally responsible for documenting the peak concentration time of the drug, safe drug ranges, or the client's socioeconomic data.
Question 4 of 5
A 55-year-old woman is recovering from a bowel resection. She is receiving epidural analgesia. She lived by herself right up until admission and has no cognitive deficits. All of the following interventions will reduce the risk of client falls. Which would be most appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Keeping the bed low and call bell accessible promotes safety and independence, most appropriate for a cognitively intact client.
Extract:
Atherosclerosis:
Question 5 of 5
Atherosclerosis:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atherosclerosis involves fatty deposits (plaques) in arterial walls, causing narrowing.