NCLEX-RN
Med Surg RN NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A male client underwent a spinal fusion yesterday. Which of the following nursing assessments should alert the nurse to the development of a possible complication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clear yellowish fluid suggests a cerebrospinal fluid leak, a serious complication requiring immediate attention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse receives the taped change-of-shift report for assigned clients and prioritizes client rounds. In what order should the nurse assess these clients?
Order the Items
Source Container
Correct Answer: A,C,B,D
Rationale: The client with a new endotracheal tube (
A) is highest priority due to airway risk. The febrile client with cellulitis (
C) is next for infection monitoring. The stroke client (
B) is stable 4 days post-event. The I.V. fluid client (
D) is lowest priority.
Question 3 of 5
In which areas of the United States is the incidence of tuberculosis highest?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inner-city areas have higher tuberculosis incidence due to crowding, poverty, and limited healthcare access. Rural, low-water-standard, and suburban areas have lower rates.
Question 4 of 5
What is the purpose of sodium polystyrene sulfonate in acute renal failure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sodium polystyrene sulfonate removes potassium from the body, treating hyperkalemia.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is conducting discharge education with a client newly diagnosed with Addison's disease. Which information should be included in the client and family teaching plan? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E,F
Rationale: Addison's is chronic, requiring lifelong management. Stress management, symptom reporting, medical ID, family education, and medication adjustments for procedures are critical.