NCLEX-RN
Medical Surgical NCLEX RN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The incidence and risk of cancer increase when smoking is combined with:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Smoking combined with asbestos exposure and alcohol consumption significantly increases cancer risk, particularly for lung and head/neck cancers, due to synergistic carcinogenic effects.
Question 2 of 5
A 45-year-old single mother of three teenaged boys has metastatic breast cancer. Her parents live 750 miles away and have only been able to visit twice since her initial diagnosis 14 months ago. The progression of her disease has forced the client to consider high-dose chemotherapy. She is concerned about the children's welfare during the treatment. When assessing the client's present support systems, the nurse will be most concerned about the potential problems with:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Limited support systems and coping strategies are a major concern, as the client's isolation and responsibility for her children may hinder her ability to manage treatment and emotional stress.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should teach the client who is receiving warfarin sodium that:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: INR monitors warfarin's anticoagulant effectiveness, guiding dosage adjustments to prevent clotting or bleeding.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a femoral fracture in traction. Which observation indicates a potential complication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A pale, cool foot suggests impaired circulation, a serious complication requiring immediate attention.
Question 5 of 5
A client is scheduled for a renal ultrasound. The nurse explains that:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Renal ultrasound is non-invasive and requires no special preparation.