NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN SATA Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing the leg pain of a client who has just undergone right femoral-popliteal artery bypass grafting. Which question would be most useful in determining whether the client is experiencing graft occlusion?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The most frequent indication that a graft is occluding is the return of pain that is similar to that experienced preoperatively. Standard pain assessment techniques also include the items described in the remaining options, but these will not help differentiate current pain from preoperative pain.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of gout about dietary management. Which of the following foods should the client include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cherries reduce uric acid levels and inflammation in gout.
Question 3 of 5
An obese diabetic client complains of bilateral leg aching. His physician has referred him to cardiac rehabilitation to start an exercise program. Which of the following activities is most helpful for the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stationary cycling is low-impact, suitable for an obese diabetic client, minimizing joint stress while improving cardiovascular health.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of chronic lymphocytic leukemia is admitted with fatigue and pallor. Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia can cause anemia (low hemoglobin), infection risk (abnormal WBCs), and bleeding risk (low platelets), requiring monitoring of all values.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a suspected stroke. Which assessment should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Evaluating speech and motor function first helps confirm stroke symptoms using tools like the FAST scale, guiding urgent intervention.