NCLEX-RN
Basic Adult Health Care NCLEX Heart Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with Buerger's disease smokes two packs of cigarettes a day. Smoking cessation is critical or the client may lose the affected extremity. When helping a client change behavior, it is important to know the client's:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Motivation is critical for behavior change, such as smoking cessation in Buerger's disease, as it drives the client's commitment to quit. Understanding motivation (e.g., desire to avoid amputation) guides tailored interventions. Support groups, treatment goals, and perception are secondary to motivation.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is the priority for a client in addisonian crisis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Addisonian crisis is a life-threatening condition requiring urgent intervention to prevent irreversible shock due to adrenal insufficiency.
Question 3 of 5
A client has just had an inguinal herniorrhaphy. Which of the following instructions would be most appropriate to include in his discharge plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applying an ice bag to the scrotum reduces swelling and discomfort post-inguinal herniorrhaphy. Turning and breathing are general postoperative care, scrotal support is not specified, and high Fowler's position is not necessary. CN: Physiological adaptation; CL: Synthesize
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has been admitted with a diagnosis of upper GI bleeding to the hospital. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E,F
Rationale: Upper GI bleeding can lead to hypovolemia, causing dry, flushed skin, decreased urine output, tachycardia, rapid respirations, and thirst. Widening pulse pressure is not typically associated with hypovolemia.
Question 5 of 5
An airplane crash results in mass casualties. The nurse is directing personnel to tag all victims. Which is normal should be placed on the tag? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Victim tags should include triage priority, identifying information, and treatments administered to ensure proper care and identification. Jewelry and next of kin are secondary considerations.