NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
If Larissa, an IDDM, is in acute ketoacidosis
Question 1 of 5
The nurse would expect to see which of the following group of symptoms?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ketoacidosis presents with vomiting, thirst, diuresis, and risk of coma due to metabolic acidosis.
Extract:
On the day of admission of a 55-year-old male patient came in with a diagnosis of acute MI
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has satisfactorily assisted the patient in prioritizing his concern when she discusses which of the following with the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Medication and diet are critical to managing acute MI, preventing further cardiac events, and promoting recovery.
Extract:
The nurse might expect a patient with multiple sclerosis to complain about the most common initial symptom which is:
Question 3 of 5
The nurse might expect a patient with multiple sclerosis to complain about the most common initial symptom which is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Visual disturbances, such as optic neuritis, are a common initial symptom of multiple sclerosis.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The goals of palliative care include all of the following except:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Palliative care focuses on quality of life, holistic care, and support for client and family, requiring active interventions. The idea of no interventions is contrary to palliative care principles. Basic Care and Comfort
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for an adult who had a total gastrectomy last week. Because of the type of surgery, the nurse should monitor the client carefully for which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Gastrectomy removes intrinsic factor-producing cells, risking pernicious anemia, and rapid gastric emptying causes dumping syndrome. Ulcerative colitis, stress ulcers, hiatal hernia, and thrombophlebitis are not directly related to gastrectomy.