NCLEX-RN
Basic Adult Health Care NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing the urine of a client who has had an ileal conduit and notes that the urine is yellow with a moderate amount of mucus. Based on the data, the nurse should?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Yellow urine with moderate mucus is normal for an ileal conduit due to intestinal segment use. Encouraging high fluid intake prevents complications like calculi or infection.
Question 2 of 5
A client with diverticulosis asks about preventing flare-ups. Which recommendation should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding nuts and seeds may reduce the risk of diverticulitis flare-ups by preventing irritation of diverticula, though evidence is mixed. Daily laxatives are not recommended, red meat is not restricted, and limiting activity is unnecessary. CN: Health promotion and maintenance; CL: Synthesize
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following would be an expected outcome for a client recovering from an upper respiratory tract infection? The client will:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An expected outcome for recovery from an upper respiratory tract infection is reduced nasal obstruction and discharge, indicating resolution of inflammation and infection. A fluid intake of 800 mL is too low; 1,500–2,000 mL is more appropriate. Chills are not a typical measure of recovery. Productive coughing without discomfort may occur but is less specific than reduced nasal symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
A client with end-stage cancer is receiving morphine for pain. The family is concerned about addiction. The nurse should explain that:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In terminal illness, addiction is not a concern, as the priority is pain control to ensure comfort, and this explanation reassures the family.
Question 5 of 5
Which fluid is best for a client with renal calculi?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Water increases urine volume, reducing stone formation risk.