NCLEX-PN
Female Reproductive Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse correctly places the client in which position when the physician is ready to perform the pelvic examination?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The lithotomy position, with the client's legs in stirrups, provides optimal access for the physician to perform a pelvic examination.
Question 2 of 5
If this client is typical of others with this condition, she will most likely report to the nurse that she experiences urinary incontinence during which time?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A cystocele causes stress incontinence, with urine leakage during activities that increase abdominal pressure, such as sneezing.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is planning the care of a client diagnosed with pelvic inflammatory disease secondary to an STD. Which collaborative diagnosis is appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: PID from STDs increases infertility risk due to scarring. Knowledge deficit, fluid volume deficit, and noncompliance are less specific without evidence.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is discussing pelvic floor exercises with a client. Which information should the nurse teach?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Kegel exercises involve contracting perineal muscles for 10 seconds to strengthen the pelvic floor. Frequency varies, they reduce but don’t prevent incontinence, and abdominal/buttock contraction is incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
The client in the gynecology clinic asks the nurse, 'What are the risk factors for developing cancer of the cervix?' Which statement is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Early sexual activity and multiple partners increase HPV exposure, the primary risk for cervical cancer. Diet and birth control are not direct risks, Chlamydia is secondary, and Pap smears detect, not prevent, cancer.