NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Immune System Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is planning the care for a client diagnosed with RA. Which intervention should be implemented?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A keep-open IV ensures access for RA medications (e.g., biologics). Strenuous exercise worsens joints, soft diets are unrelated, and sedatives are not routine.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement by the client supports the diagnosis of Guillain-Barré syndrome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A recent viral infection (e.g., cold) is a common trigger for Guillain-Barré syndrome. Travel, coworker illness, and herbs are less relevant.
Question 3 of 5
The client with RA has nontender, movable nodules in the subcutaneous tissue over the elbows and shoulders. Which statement is the scientific rationale for the nodules?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: RA nodules are granulomas, sometimes containing synovial fluid, due to chronic inflammation. They do not indicate rapid destruction, lymph node proliferation, or better prognosis.
Question 4 of 5
The client is being evaluated to rule out myasthenia gravis and being administered the Tensilon (edrophonium chloride) test. Which response to the test indicates the client has myasthenia gravis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The Tensilon test improves muscle strength in myasthenia gravis by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase. No change, electrical stimulation, or antibody levels are not diagnostic.
Question 5 of 5
The client diagnosed with Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome (MODS) is admitted to the intensive care department. Which assessment data are most important for the nurse to collect/monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lung sounds, heart sounds, and BP monitor respiratory, cardiac, and hemodynamic status, critical in MODS. Psychological, family, and GI data are secondary.