NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Med Surg Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After a myocardial infarction, the hospitalized client is taught to move the legs while resting in bed. This type of exercise is recommended primarily to help:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Leg exercises prevent venous stasis, reducing the risk of thrombophlebitis and deep vein thrombosis, common complications post-MI due to immobility.
Question 2 of 5
A client with acute renal failure has edema. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fluid restriction helps manage edema in acute renal failure.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse identifies a medication error involving a client with a colostomy. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Notifying the physician and completing an incident report is the first action after a medication error to ensure proper follow-up and documentation. Administering medication, monitoring, or educating the client are secondary steps after reporting. CN: Safety and infection control; CL: Synthesize
Question 4 of 5
Initial treatment for a cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak after transsphenoidal hypophysectomy would most likely involve:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bed rest with head elevation reduces pressure on the surgical site, promoting healing of a CSF leak.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should assess a client with Addison's disease for which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Orthostatic hypotension is common in Addison's disease due to aldosterone deficiency, causing sodium and fluid loss.