NCLEX-RN
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Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following assessment findings would indicate to the nurse the need for more sedation in a client who is withdrawing from alcohol dependence?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: indication that the client is approaching delirium tremens, which can be avoided with additional sedation
Question 2 of 5
A client on the post-op floor underwent surgery 4 days ago. The night nurse reports to the nurse coming on to dayshift that the client complained all night of pain, even though she received every dose of prescribed pain medication. The client currently rates the pain at a 10 out of 10. The day shift nurse should first
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Persistent severe pain post-op suggests a complication (e.g., infection, hemorrhage). A full assessment is the priority to identify the cause before adjusting treatment.
Question 3 of 5
A 65-year-old client is admitted after a stroke. The nurse is concerned about skin breakdown and decubitus ulcer development. Which nursing intervention would best improve tissue perfusion to prevent skin problems?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Performing range-of-motion exercises and turning/repositioning the client promotes blood circulation, which enhances tissue perfusion and prevents pressure ulcers. Assessing the skin detects problems but doesn't improve perfusion, massaging erythematous areas can worsen tissue damage, and changing pads addresses hygiene but not perfusion directly.
Question 4 of 5
A pediatric nurse volunteers at a health screening fair. The nurse examines a patient. Which of the following findings may be indicative of type 1 diabetes and require further investigation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Type 1 diabetes presents with polyphagia, polydipsia, and polyuria (e.g., waking to urinate). Weight loss (
B) is also common, but D is the most specific.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching the mother regarding treatment for pedicalosis capitis. Which instruction should be given regarding the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Washing bed linens in hot water helps eliminate lice and nits, which is a key part of treatment for pediculosis capitis.