NCLEX-RN
Med Surg RN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with renal calculi has a history of dehydration. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High fluid intake (3 L) prevents stone formation by diluting urine.
Question 2 of 5
A client with acute renal failure has an increase in the serum potassium level. The nurse should monitor the client for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevated potassium can cause cardiac arrhythmias, potentially leading to cardiac arrest, requiring close monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
Which dietary restriction is critical in acute renal failure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Low sodium prevents fluid retention and hypertension in acute renal failure.
Question 4 of 5
The client with acute renal failure asks the nurse for a snack. Because the client's potassium level is elevated, which of the following snacks is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gelatin dessert is low in potassium, suitable for a client with hyperkalemia, unlike yogurt, oranges, or peanuts.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a female who is receiving the second administration of chemotherapy for breast cancer. When obtaining this client's health history, what is the most important information the nurse should obtain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nausea and vomiting are critical to assess during chemotherapy, as they can lead to dehydration, malnutrition, and treatment delays if not managed promptly.