NCLEX-PN
Pediatric Cardiac Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The home health nurse is assigned a client diagnosed with heart failure. Which should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,F
Rationale: Sodium restriction (
A), elevating feet (
B), daily weights (
C), edema assessment (
D), and teach-back (F) manage CHF. 3,000 mL fluid (E) risks overload.
Question 2 of 5
The client diagnosed with a myocardial infarction (MI) is being discharged. Which discharge instruction(s) should the nurse teach the client?
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Instructing to call HCP for chest pain (
A), discussing sexual activity (
B), and explaining nitroglycerin (
C) ensure safety and recovery. HOB elevation (
D) is for CHF, not MI.
Question 3 of 5
Which population is at a higher risk for dying from a myocardial infarction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: African American females (
D) have higher MI mortality rates due to increased prevalence of risk factors like hypertension and diabetes, and disparities in healthcare access. Caucasian males (
A), Hispanic females (
B), and Asian males (
C) have lower relative risk.
Question 4 of 5
Which medical client problem should the nurse include in the plan of care for a client diagnosed with cardiomyopathy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cardiomyopathy impairs cardiac function, leading to heart failure (
A) as the primary medical problem. Activity intolerance (
B), powerlessness (
C), and grieving (
D) are secondary psychosocial issues.
Question 5 of 5
The client comes to the emergency department saying, 'I am having a heart attack.' Which question is most pertinent when assessing the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Describing chest pain (
A) is most pertinent to differentiate cardiac from non-cardiac causes. Activity (
B), diet (
C), and positional pain (
D) are secondary.