NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions on Health Promotion and Maintenance Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient has recently been prescribed (Norvasc). Which of the following side effect/s should the patient specifically watch out for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Both angina and hypotension are associated with Norvasc's side effects.
Question 2 of 5
A patient has recently been prescribed Albuterol. Which of the following changes are not associated with Albuterol?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tachycardia, hypertension, and bronchodilation can all occur with Albuterol.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse has been assigned a patient who has recently been diagnosed with Guillain-Barre' Syndrome. Which of the following statements is the most applicable when discussing the impairments with Guillain-Barre' Syndrome with the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Muscle weakness in the lower extremities is found in acute cases of Guillain-Barre' Syndrome.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has suffered a left CVA and has developed severe hemiparesis resulting in a loss of mobility. The nurse notices on assessment that an area over the patient's left elbow appears as non-blanchable erythema and the skin is intact. The nurse should score the patient as having which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Erythema with the skin intact can indicate a Stage I pressure ulcer.
Question 5 of 5
A 93 year-old female with a history of Alzheimer's Disease gets admitted to an Alzheimer's unit. The patient has exhibited signs of increased confusion and limited stability with gait. Moreover, the patient is refusing to use a w/c. Which of the following is the most appropriate course of action for the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stimulation in the form of pictures may decrease signs of confusion.