NCLEX-PN
Hematology NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing the client newly diagnosed with endometrial cancer. Which common findings would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Abnormal vaginal bleeding and pain in the pelvic region appear as the most common presenting symptoms in the client with endometrial cancer. B. Weight loss is not a common presenting symptom unless the cancer is advanced. Night sweats may occur with hormone changes. C. Supraclavicular lymph nodes are located just above the clavicle, lateral to where it joins the sternum, and not near the uterus. D. Unexplained temperature spikes and splenomegaly are not common presenting symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
Cup of decatfeinated coffee for breakfast and lunch, 90 mL apple juice, 120 mL ice cream, 180 mL chicken broth, mashed potatoes, few bites of chicken, bowl of carrots, 240 mL milk, and 90 mL gelatin. How many milliliters should the nurse record for the client’s 8-hour fluid intake? __________ L (Record your answer as a whole number.)
Correct Answer: 2200
Rationale: First convert to milliliters: l L = 1000 mL;
1 oz = 30 mL
Next add the values for fluids: 1000 + 240 + 240 + 90 + 120 + 180 + 240 + 90 = 2200
Question 3 of 5
A client who has been diagnosed as having pernicious anemia asks how long she will have to take shots. What is the best answer for the nurse to give?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Due to the absence of intrinsic factor, pernicious anemia requires lifelong vitamin B12 injections.
Question 4 of 5
A young man who has infectious mononucleosis asks what the treatment is for his condition. What is the best response for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rest and good nutrition support recovery from infectious mononucleosis, a viral illness with no specific antiviral or steroid treatment.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following would be the most appropriate snack for a client who has iron deficiency anemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Carrot raisin salad contains raisins, which are a good source of iron, making it appropriate for iron deficiency anemia.