NCLEX-RN
Health Promotion NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client has urinary calculi that are composed of uric acid, and the nurse teaches the client dietary measures to prevent the further development of the calculi. The nurse determines that the client understands the dietary measures if the client states that it is necessary to avoid consuming what food products?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client diagnosed with a uric acid stone should limit the intake of foods that are high in purines. Organ meats, sardines, herring, and other high-purine foods are eliminated from the diet. Foods with moderate levels of purines, such as red and white meats and some seafood, are also limited. Milk, yogurt, spinach, chocolate, and tea are recommended dietary changes to prevent calculi that are composed of calcium phosphate or calcium oxalate.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has been preparing a client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease for discharge. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching about nutrition?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Large meals distend the abdomen and elevate the diaphragm, which may interfere with breathing for the client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Resting before eating may decrease the fatigue that is often associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Gas-forming foods may cause bloating, which interferes with normal diaphragmatic breathing. Adequate fluid intake helps liquefy pulmonary secretions.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is 38 weeks pregnant and plans to breastfeed. This is the client's first child, and she expresses concern about lactation. The nurse tells the client that which measures stimulate lactation? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Breast massage, frequent breastfeeding, and pumping stimulate milk production. Exercise and cold compresses do not.
Question 4 of 5
A client diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus is being discharged from the hospital after an occurrence of hyperglycemic hyperosmolar state (HHS). The nurse creates a discharge teaching plan for the client and identifies which intervention as a priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring for dehydration is the priority for HHS, as it can progress rapidly and is life-threatening. Exercise, diet, and follow-up are important but secondary to preventing dehydration-related complications.
Question 5 of 5
Which instruction should the nurse include in the teaching plan for a client taking iron supplements to correct iron deficiency anemia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client should avoid taking the iron supplements with milk or antacids because these items decrease the absorption of iron. The client should also avoid taking the iron with food, if possible. Finally, the client should take in sufficient fiber and fluids to prevent constipation as a side effect of iron therapy. The client should increase the intake of natural sources of iron, such as meats, fish, and poultry.