NCLEX-RN
Physiological Adaptation NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who had an inguinal hernia repair. Which interventions by the nurse are appropriate for this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,F
Rationale: Fluid intake (
A), relieving urinary retention (
B), teaching coughing/deep breathing (
D), and avoiding heavy lifting (F) support recovery. Heat (
C) is not standard, and bed rest (E) is not typically required.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about peritoneal dialysis. Which complication of this treatment would the nurse instruct the client to report?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cloudy outflow (
D) indicates possible peritonitis, a serious complication of peritoneal dialysis requiring immediate reporting. Bone pain (
A), confusion (
B), and muscle cramps (
C) are less specific.
Question 3 of 5
Which nursing action is most appropriate to initially relieve pain related to a recent soft tissue injury?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ice pack (
D) reduces swelling and pain in acute soft tissue injuries. OTC medication (
A) is secondary, heat (
B) is used later, and massage (
C) may worsen swelling.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who had an inguinal hernia repair. Which interventions by the nurse are appropriate for this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,F
Rationale: Fluid intake (
A), relieving urinary retention (
B), teaching coughing/deep breathing (
D), and avoiding heavy lifting (F) support recovery. Heat (
C) is not standard, and bed rest (E) is not typically required.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client in ICU diagnosed with rabies following a bite from an infected raccoon. The nurse understands which to be true regarding rabies? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,F
Rationale: Rabies causes hydrophobia, so avoid running water (
A); neurological phase includes nuchal rigidity/convulsions (
C); prodromal phase has irritability/salivation (
D); paralytic phase involves unconsciousness/incontinence/labored breathing (F). Treatment is one immunoglobulin/four vaccines (
B), and photophobia (E) is less specific.