NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN SATA Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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.
Question 2 of 5
A 62-year-old client with a 29-pack per year history is admitted with a diagnosis of the blood pressure. She reports having 'no appetite' and exhibits symptoms of anorexia. The client is 5 feet, 8 inches tall and weighs 112 lb. The client is now scheduled for a left lung lobectomy. Which of the following increases the client's risk of developing postoperative pulmonary complications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low body weight (112 lb for 5'8') indicates malnutrition, increasing the risk of postoperative pulmonary complications.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of breast cancer who is receiving tamoxifen (Nolvadex). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tamoxifen increases the risk of endometrial cancer, requiring monitoring for abnormal vaginal bleeding.
Question 4 of 5
A child with meningococcal meningitis is being admitted to the pediatric unit. In preparation for the child's arrival, the nurse should first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Meningococcal meningitis is transmitted via droplets, so instituting precautions is the priority to prevent spread.
Question 5 of 5
Carbamazepine is prescribed for the management of generalized tonic-clonic seizures. The nurse instructs the client to inform the primary health care provider if which sign/symptom occurs?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, and vomiting are frequent side effects associated with the medication. Adverse reactions include blood dyscrasias. If the client develops a fever, sore throat, mouth ulcerations, unusual bleeding or bruising, or joint pain, this may be indicative of a blood dyscrasia, and the primary health care provider should be notified.