NCLEX-RN
Medical Surgical Nursing NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse explains to the client that the main reason a back rub is used as therapy to relieve pain is because the massage:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Massage, like a back rub, stimulates endorphin release, which naturally reduces pain perception. It does not block pain impulses directly or act solely as a distraction.
Question 2 of 5
When the nurse talks with a client with multiple sclerosis who has slurred speech, which nursing intervention is contraindicated?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asking the client to speak louder when tired is contraindicated, as it may exacerbate fatigue and worsen speech. Encouraging slow speech, allowing time, and repeating words support communication.
Question 3 of 5
Which complication should the nurse monitor for in a client with a new ileal conduit?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stoma prolapse is a potential complication of an ileal conduit, requiring surgical correction if severe.
Question 4 of 5
A 62-year-old male client with prostate cancer is scheduled for a radical prostatectomy. He expresses concern about how the surgery will affect his sexual function. The nurse's best response is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Radical prostatectomy often affects the nerves responsible for erections, making erectile dysfunction a possible side effect. Discussing this honestly prepares the client for potential outcomes and management options.
Question 5 of 5
A client with bladder cancer receives intravesical chemotherapy. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hematuria is a potential side effect of intravesical chemotherapy, requiring monitoring.