NCLEX-RN
Health Promotion NCLEX RN Nursing Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with syphilis. The client presents with a widespread, symmetric maculopapular rash on the palms and soles. The nurse understands that the client is in which stage of the infection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A maculopapular rash on palms and soles is characteristic of secondary syphilis, following the primary chancre.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is instructing a client diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus about the management of hypoglycemic reactions. The nurse instructs the client that hypoglycemia most likely occurs during what time interval after insulin administration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Insulin reactions are most likely to occur during the peak time after insulin administration, when the medication is at its maximum action. Peak action depends on the type of insulin, the amount administered, the injection site, and other factors.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse instructs a client who is hospitalized and on a low-fat diet. Which menu does the nurse provide for the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Turkey breast without the skin, boiled rice, and strawberries offer the client nourishing foods that are low in fat. Some sources of fat include meats, avocado, salad dressing, mayonnaise, butter, cheese, and bacon. The remaining options contain high-fat foods.
Question 4 of 5
The community health nurse provides an educational session regarding the risk factors for cervical cancer to women in the local community. The nurse determines that further teaching is needed if a woman attending the session identifies which as a risk factor for this type of cancer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Having a single sex partner is not a risk factor for cervical cancer. Some risk factors for cervical cancer include having multiple sexual partners or a partner who had multiple sexual partners, smoking tobacco, early age of first intercourse, and HPV infection.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse provides information to a client about performing a breast self-examination (BSE). The nurse determines that the client needs additional teaching if the client makes which statements? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Any lumps in the armpit or nipple discharge are abnormal and require reporting to a healthcare provider. The BSE should be performed 2 to 3 days after menstruation ends, not on the first day, when breasts are tender. Monthly BSE, palpation with soapy water in the shower, and mirror inspection are correct techniques.