NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN SATA Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is conducting a counseling session with a client experiencing post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) using a 2-way video telehealth system from the hospital to the client's home, which is 2 hours away from the nearest mental health facility. Which of the following are expected outcomes of using telehealth as a venue to provide health care to this client? Select all that apply. The client will:
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Telehealth reduces travel time, minimizes triggers associated with visiting facilities, and provides access to mental health care, but it does not inherently shorten recovery time or provide group support unless specifically designed.
Question 2 of 5
During the health history interview, which of the following strategies is the most effective for the nurse to use to help clients feel that they have an active role in their health care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Engaging clients by asking for their description of events and views on past medical care promotes active participation, fosters trust, and ensures the nurse understands the client's perspective, which is critical for patient-centered care.
Question 3 of 5
For which of the following should the nurse closely assess a client who is reversing from halothane (Fluothane) general anesthesia and receiving clindamycin (Cleocin)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Halothane, a general anesthetic, can cause respiratory depression during recovery, which is a critical condition to monitor. Clindamycin is not strongly associated with these other effects in this context.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus is prescribed metformin (Glucophage). The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following side effects immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lactic acidosis is a rare but serious side effect of metformin, requiring immediate reporting of symptoms like muscle pain or weakness.
Question 5 of 5
The client has sore nares while a nasogastric (NG) tube is in place. Which of the following nursing measures would be most appropriate to help alleviate the client's discomfort?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying a water-soluble lubricant to the nares reduces irritation and discomfort caused by the NG tube.