NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Client Needs Physiologic Adaptation Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with an elevated urine osmolarity. The nurse should assess the client for:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: For a client with an elevated urine osmolarity, the nurse should assess the client for fluid volume deficit.
Question 2 of 5
A female client complains to the nurse at the health department that she has fatigue, shortness of breath, and lightheadedness. Her history reveals no significant medical problems. She states that she is always on a fad diet without any vitamin supplements. Which tests should the nurse expect the client to have first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The initial tests to determine the basis for her symptoms (considering her fad dieting) should be a complete blood count, urinalysis, blood sugar, and other tests. The decision about further testing is then made based on these results, her history, and other factors.
Question 3 of 5
A female prostitute enters a clinic for treatment of a sexually transmitted disease. This disease is the most prevalent STD in the United States. The nurse can anticipate that the woman has which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Epidemiological studies indicate that chlamydia is the most prevalent sexually transmitted disease in the United States.
Question 4 of 5
Herbal therapy has several indications for use. Primarily, herbal therapy is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Herbal therapy is used to treat many common complaints and diseases.
Question 5 of 5
Appropriate care for a client with neutropenia includes:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When a client is neutropenic, they lack the ability to fight off infection. The mask is to prevent exposure to any upper-respiratory infections.