NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is having electroconvulsive therapy for treatment of severe depression. Which of the following indicates that the client's ECT has been effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A grand mal seizure is the intended therapeutic effect of ECT, indicating effective treatment for severe depression.
Question 2 of 5
The client is having electroconvulsive therapy for treatment of severe depression. Which of the following indicates that the client's ECT has been effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A grand mal seizure is the intended therapeutic effect of ECT, indicating effective treatment for severe depression.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with ascites. Which is the best method to use for determining early ascites?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Daily measurement of abdominal girth is the most sensitive method to detect early ascites by tracking subtle increases in abdominal size.
Question 4 of 5
A client is admitted to the labor and delivery unit complaining of vaginal bleeding with very little discomfort. The nurse's first action should be to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vaginal bleeding in labor requires immediate assessment of fetal heart tones to evaluate fetal well-being.
Question 5 of 5
A client has cancer of the pancreas. The nurse should be most concerned about which nursing diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pancreatic cancer often leads to malnutrition due to impaired digestion and absorption, making alteration in nutrition the primary concern.