NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions on Female Reproductive System Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with uterine cancer who has been receiving systemic therapy for six (6) months. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mouth ulcers are a common chemotherapy side effect, requiring immediate assessment to manage pain and infection risk. Medication history, filgrastim administration, and emotional support are secondary.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse correctly informs the client that the breast self-examination (BSE) technique involves palpating each breast moving in small concentric circles, following imaginary spokes in a wheel, or moving in rows from superior to inferior stress of the breast. Besides the breast, which other body area is essential to palpate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The axillae (armpits) contain lymph nodes that drain the breast, and palpating this area is essential to detect any abnormal lymph node enlargement, which could indicate breast pathology.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with uterine cancer who has been receiving systemic therapy for six (6) months. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mouth ulcers are a common chemotherapy side effect, requiring immediate assessment to manage pain and infection risk. Medication history, filgrastim administration, and emotional support are secondary.
Question 4 of 5
Before the client leaves the office, on which topic should the nurse provide health teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tattoos and piercings increase infection risk, but safe sex practices are critical to discuss due to potential STI transmission, especially with vaginal bleeding.
Question 5 of 5
If the client asks about long-term consequences that are associated with this disorder, the nurse accurately identifies which consequence?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pelvic inflammatory disease can cause scarring of the fallopian tubes, leading to infertility or difficulty conceiving.