NCLEX-PN
Hematologic System NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is diagnosed with severe iron-deficiency anemia. Which statement is the scientific rationale regarding oral replacement therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oral iron has low absorption (
D), requiring high doses. Side effects (
A) include GI upset, IV (
B) is for severe cases, and diarrhea (
C) is not primary (constipation is common).
Question 2 of 5
The client is experiencing pain due to cancer treatment- The client tells the nurse, “Methadone has always worked well for me in the past.” Which effects of methadone should the nurse consider when administering methadone?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: bg
Question 3 of 5
The nurse discusses the self-care guidelines to minimize the side effects of radiation on the skin. Which actions to reduce radiation skin reactions should the nurse explain to the client?
Correct Answer: A, D, F,
Rationale: Wearing loose-fitting, soft clothing over the treated skin is a recommended skin-care activity to reduce radiation skin reactions. B. The use of an electric, not a straight-edged, razor for shaving a treated area is recommended. C. Clients are advised to avoid swimming in chlorinated water. D. Using only skin-care products suggested by the radiation staff is a recommended skin-care activity to reduce radiation skin reactions. E. Clients are advised to delay the application of skin-care products within 4 hours of radiation treatment. F. Washing the treated area gently with lukewarm water and mild soap is a recommended skin-care activity to reduce radiation skin reactions.
Question 4 of 5
Which laboratory result would the nurse expect in the client diagnosed with DIC?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: DIC consumes clotting factors, lowering fibrinogen (
B). PT is prolonged (
A), platelets decrease (
C), and WBCs (
D) are nonspecific.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse assesses that the client with hemolytic anemia has weakness, fatigue, malaise, and skin and mucous membrane pallor. Which finding should the nurse also associate with hemolytic anemia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Jaundice occurs in hemolytic anemia from the shortened life span of the RBC and the breakdown of Hgb. About 80% of heme is converted to bilirubin, conjugated in the liver, and excreted in the bile. The increased bilirubin in the blood causes the jaundice. B. A smooth, red tongue is seen with iron-deficiency anemia. C. A craving for ice is seen with iron-deficiency anemia. D. Folate deficiency occurs in people who rarely eat fresh vegetables.