NCLEX-RN
Med Surg RN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is to be discharged on a low-fat, low-cholesterol, low-sodium diet. Which of the following should be the nurse's first step in planning the dietary instructions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing food preferences ensures the dietary plan is tailored and practical.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following dietary measures would be useful in preventing esophageal reflux?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Small, frequent meals reduce gastric distention and lower the risk of reflux compared to large meals. The other options are less effective or may worsen symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
When teaching a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease to conserve energy, the nurse should teach the client to lift the patient.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lifting while exhaling through pursed lips conserves energy by aligning effort with prolonged exhalation, reducing air trapping in COPD. Other methods increase respiratory workload.
Question 4 of 5
What is the nurse's best action for a client with a migraine headache?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A quiet, dark environment reduces stimuli that exacerbate migraine symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
Which dietary modification is appropriate for a client with calcium oxalate stones?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spinach is high in oxalates, which contribute to calcium oxalate stone formation.