NCLEX-RN
Med Surg RN NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client with vasospastic disorder (Raynaud's phenomenon) complains of cold and numbness in her fingers. The nurse assesses the client for effects of vasoconstriction. Which of the following is an early sign of vasoconstriction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pallor is an early sign of vasoconstriction in Raynaud's, as reduced blood flow causes the skin to turn white. Cyanosis occurs later with prolonged ischemia, gangrene is a late complication, and rubor (redness) occurs during the hyperemic phase after vasospasm resolves.
Question 2 of 5
A client on hemodialysis reports fatigue. The nurse should assess for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anemia is common in renal failure due to decreased erythropoietin.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following diets would be most appropriate for the client with ulcerative colitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A high-protein, low-residue diet is appropriate for ulcerative colitis as it provides nutrients for healing while minimizing bowel irritation. High-fiber diets may worsen symptoms during flares, and the other options are less tailored to the condition's needs. CN: Physiological adaptation; CL: Apply
Question 4 of 5
On a visit to the clinic, a client reports the onset of early symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. The nurse should conduct a focused assessment for:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Early morning stiffness is a hallmark symptom of rheumatoid arthritis, especially in the early stages, as it reflects joint inflammation that worsens after periods of inactivity.
Question 5 of 5
During the previous few months, a 56-year-old woman felt brief twinges of chest pain while working in her garden and has had frequent episodes of indigestion. She comes to the hospital after experiencing severe anterior chest pain while raking leaves. Her evaluation confirms a diagnosis of stable angina pectoris. After stabilization and treatment, the client is discharged from the hospital. At her follow-up appointment, she is discouraged because she is experiencing pain with increasing frequency. She states that she visits an invalid friend twice a week and now cannot walk up the second flight of steps to the friend's apartment without pain. Which of the following measures that the nurse could suggest would most likely help the client prevent this problem?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taking sublingual nitroglycerin before exertion (e.g., climbing stairs) prevents angina by dilating coronary arteries, increasing myocardial oxygen supply.