NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions Maternal Newborn Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for an adult woman who had a vaginal hysterectomy today. The client is now returned to the nursing care unit following an uneventful stay in the postanesthesia care unit. What is the priority nursing action for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Coughing and deep breathing are critical post-hysterectomy to prevent respiratory complications like atelectasis or pneumonia.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a woman after insertion of radium rods for treatment of cancer of the cervix. The nurse positions her in a supine position with legs extended for which reason?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The supine position with legs extended helps maintain the correct placement of radium rods for effective treatment.
Question 3 of 5
A client asks the nurse the difference between an intrauterine device (IUD) and a diaphragm. The nurse's response should be based on which information?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The IUD is inserted into the uterus by a physician, while the diaphragm is user-inserted into the vagina before intercourse.
Question 4 of 5
The physician prescribes clomiphene (Clomid) for a woman who has been having difficulty getting pregnant. When discussing this drug with the woman, the nurse should know that which of the following is known to be a side effect of clomiphene?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clomiphene stimulates ovulation, increasing the risk of multiple births as a side effect.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has had a right modified radical mastectomy this morning. Which exercise should the nurse encourage the client to perform this evening?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Finger and wrist movements are safe early exercises to promote circulation without straining the surgical site.