NCLEX-RN
Coordinated Care NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An external weather disaster has flooded the emergency department with several new clients. Which client should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chest pain, nausea, and diaphoresis suggest a potential myocardial infarction, a life-threatening condition requiring immediate attention. Options B, C, and D describe less urgent conditions.
Question 2 of 5
The school nurse is monitoring the diet of a child with cystic fibrosis. Which type of diet would the family be advised to follow?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: High-fat, high-calorie diets support nutritional needs in cystic fibrosis due to malabsorption.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is post-op day 1 for a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG). The nurse knows that continuity of care for this client is ensured by doing which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Standardized handoffs, chart checks, following up on labs/orders, and proper transfer procedures all ensure continuity of care.
Question 4 of 5
A charge nurse is preparing client care assignments for the upcoming shift. A client who underwent a laminectomy is scheduled to return from the recovery care unit. Which staff member should receive this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An RN with 1 year of experience has sufficient skills for post-laminectomy care. A CNA lacks the scope, and a graduate nurse may need more experience.
Question 5 of 5
Nurses are expected to understand the principles of triage when caring for multiple clients. The ICU charge nurse is reviewing assignments. Based on the principles of triage, to which client would the charge nurse give priority for treatment? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: A ventilator alarm, unresponsiveness, and tingling (possible anaphylaxis) indicate immediate threats to life, requiring priority in triage.