NCLEX-PN
Female Reproductive NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which should the nurse teach the client regarding Breast Health Awareness (BHA) according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: ACS recommends high-risk women discuss mammogram timing with HCP and yearly mammograms from age 45. Bimonthly BSE, semiannual sonograms, and MRI every 5 years are not standard.
Question 2 of 5
What information provided by the nurse is most appropriate for the client who plans on douching twice a week?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent douching disrupts the vaginal flora, increasing infection risk, so the nurse should advise against it to maintain vaginal health.
Question 3 of 5
Which recommendation is the American Cancer Society's (ACS) 2015 guideline for the early detection of breast cancer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ACS 2015 guidelines recommend annual mammograms for women aged 45–54. Biannual clinical exams at 18, monthly BSEs, and routine sonograms are not part of these guidelines.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse correctly informs the client that the breast self-examination (BSE) technique involves palpating each breast moving in small concentric circles, following imaginary spokes in a wheel, or moving in rows from superior to inferior stress of the breast. Besides the breast, which other body area is essential to palpate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The axillae (armpits) contain lymph nodes that drain the breast, and palpating this area is essential to detect any abnormal lymph node enlargement, which could indicate breast pathology.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching the client diagnosed with uterine prolapse. Which information should the nurse include in the discussion?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Limiting coughing and heavy lifting reduces pelvic pressure, preventing prolapse worsening. Fluids and exercise aid bowel health but are secondary, multiple treatments exist, and daily visual checks are unnecessary.