NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Medical Surgical Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Although all of the following measures might be useful in reducing the visual disability of a client with adult macular degeneration (AMD), which measure should the nurse teach the client primarily as a safety precaution?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing personal items on the sighted side enhances safety by ensuring the client can see and access items easily, reducing the risk of falls or accidents.
Question 2 of 5
A client with an ileal conduit has a rash around the stoma. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cleaning with soap and water removes irritants, promoting rash healing.
Question 3 of 5
A client who has undergone a subtotal thyroidectomy is subject to complications in the first 48 hours after surgery. The nurse should obtain and keep at the bedside equipment to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tracheotomy equipment is essential due to the risk of airway obstruction from swelling or hemorrhage post-thyroidectomy.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the chart of a 55-year-old male client who is scheduled for a lumbar laminectomy. The nurse should report which of the following to the surgeon?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An abnormal ECG indicates potential cardiac issues that could affect surgical safety under anesthesia. This must be reported to the surgeon for further evaluation. A pimple, hearing aid, or iodine allergy, while notable, are less immediately critical unless directly related to the procedure.
Question 5 of 5
The client with a fractured femur is upset and agitated about her injury and its treatment. She says, 'How can I stay like this for weeks? I can't even move!' Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ineffective coping reflects the client's emotional distress and agitation due to immobility.