NCLEX-RN
RN NCLEX Next Gen Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has just undergone a colectomy. Which of the following interventions is most important in the immediate postoperative period?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Encouraging early ambulation post-colectomy prevents complications like ileus and deep vein thrombosis.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of cirrhosis is admitted with jaundice. The nurse should include which of the following in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Jaundice in cirrhosis indicates liver dysfunction, increasing bleeding risk due to impaired clotting factor production.
Question 3 of 5
A client with schizophrenia is responding well to risperidone (Risperdal) and is no longer psychotic. After teaching the client about managing his illness, which of the following statements reflects a need for further education?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Concern about affording daily medication suggests a need for further education on resources or adherence strategies, as non-adherence risks relapse. Other statements reflect appropriate understanding.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has just undergone a colectomy. Which of the following interventions is most important in the immediate postoperative period?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Encouraging early ambulation post-colectomy prevents complications like ileus and deep vein thrombosis.
Question 5 of 5
An I.V. infusion is to be administered through a scalp vein on an infant's head. What should the nurse tell the parents to prepare them for the procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Removing a small amount of hair may be necessary to secure the I.V. site on the scalp.