NCLEX-PN
Hematology NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client hospitalized with cervical cancer is receiving radiation therapy via a temporary radioactive cervical implant. Which nursing actions would be appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: A, C, D
Rationale: A. Safety measures for caring for someone undergoing internal radiation therapy include limiting time, distance, and shielding. It would be important to make the client aware of the time and distance limitations to help ease anxiety. B. A personal, not shared, film badge should be worn so cumulative radiation exposure can be measured accurately. C. Organizing care would be appropriate in order to limit the exposure to radiation. D. Shielding is important for keeping caregivers safe from potential radiation exposure. E. The implant is placed in the vaginal canal and has no impact on oral mucosa.
Question 2 of 5
The client is diagnosed with sickle cell crisis. The nurse is calculating the client’s intake and output (I&O) for the shift. The client had 20 ounces of water, eight (8) ounces of apple juice, three (3) cartons of milk with four (4) ounces each, 1,800 mL of IV fluids for the last 12 hours, and a urinary output of 1,200. What is the client’s total intake for this shift?
Correct Answer: 2840
Rationale: Oral intake: 20 oz water + 8 oz juice + (3 × 4 oz milk) = 36 oz. 1 oz = 30 mL, so 36 × 30 = 1,080 mL. IV fluids = 1,800 mL.
Total intake = 1,080 + 1,800 = 2,840 mL. Output (1,200 mL) is not included.
Question 3 of 5
At 1000 hours, the nurse is documenting the administration of 275 mL of compatible platelets, unit number XR123. Which information should the nurse document?
Correct Answer: B, C, E,A.
Rationale: This documents an incomplete blood type, and platelets are unlikely to be administered over 4 hours. B. Documentation should include the type of product infused (platelets), product number (compatible platelets were ordered), and that it was double-checked. C. Documentation should include any adverse reactions. D. Only 0.9% NaCl should be used when administering blood or blood products, and usually only to purge the line before and after administration. E. Documentation should include volume infused. Platelets should be infused as fast as the client can tolerate the infusion to diminish clumping.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse writes the problem of 'grieving' for a client diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Which collaborative intervention should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Grieving requires collaborative support; ACS Dialogue group (
C) provides peer support. Talking (
A) is independent, outings (
B) are nonspecific, and chaplain visits (
D) are spiritual, not primary.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for the client following a total laryngectomy for treatment of laryngeal cancer. The nurse should plan consultations with which members of the multidisciplinary team?
Correct Answer: A, B, C, F
Rationale:
Total laryngectomy is removal of the entire larynx as well as the hyoid bone, the true vocal cords, the false vocal cords, the epiglottis, the cricoid cartilage, and two to three tracheal rings. The physical therapist is needed for neck exercises. B. The dietitian is needed to ensure adequacy of oral intake. C. The speech therapist is needed for other forms of communication and swallowing. D. The dentist is not routinely consulted when caring for a laryngectomy client. E. An occupational therapist is not routinely consulted when caring for a laryngectomy client. F. The social worker is needed for contact with outside resources to assist the client in ongoing needs.