NCLEX-PN
Hematology NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse assesses that the client who is receiving radiation for cervical cancer continues to have diarrhea. Which nursing advice is most appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. The client with diarrhea should eat a low-residue diet to decrease roughage and bowel irritability and take sitz (or tub) baths twice daily to increase comfort. B. Intake of fluids that are high in potassium (not low) is recommended to replace electrolytes lost through diarrhea. C. Milk products are discouraged because they increase bowel irritability. D. Intake of fluids high in sodium should be avoided because it contributes to water retention, but hydrocolloid pads may be used on reddened areas to promote healing.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer the chemotherapeutic agent cisplatin IV to the client with ovarian cancer. The dose is 100 mg/m2 in 2 liters of DSW to be infused over 8 hours. What is the rate in milliliters (mL) per hour that the nurse should set the infusion pump to deliver the medication? __________ mL/hour (Record your answer as a whole number.)
Correct Answer: 250
Rationale: first convert liters to milliliters: 1000 mL/1L= XmL/2L. 1000mL* 2L= 1L * x mL;
2000 mL = X. Next ,CALCULATE the mL per hour 2000 mL /8 Hours =250mL/hour
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is discussing dietary sources of iron with a client who has iron deficiency anemia. Which menu, if selected by the client, indicates the best understanding of the diet?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Beef, spinach, and grape juice contain iron. Milk contains no iron, and the other options have lower iron content.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement made by the parent of a child newly diagnosed with sickle cell anemia indicates a need for more teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High altitudes, like mountains, have lower oxygen levels, which can precipitate a sickle cell crisis, indicating a need for more teaching. Drinking juices, using acetaminophen, and avoiding chills are appropriate.
Question 5 of 5
A child with leukemia bruises easily. This is most likely due to which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Leukemia causes bone marrow failure, leading to decreased platelets, which results in easy bruising.