NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Questions on Health Promotion and Maintenance Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client diagnosed with histoplasmosis infection about the prevention of future exposure to infectious sources. The nurse determines that the client needs further instruction if the client states that which is a potential source of this infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Grape arbors do not harbor the causative organism for histoplasmosis. The client diagnosed with histoplasmosis is taught to avoid exposure to potential sources of the fungus, including bird droppings (especially those of starlings and blackbirds), mushroom cellars, and the floors of chicken houses and bat caves.
Question 2 of 5
A client is newly diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The client returns home after a short hospitalization. The home care nurse should most importantly plan teaching strategies that are designed to do what?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COP
D) is a disease state characterized by airflow obstruction. Improving oxygenation and minimizing carbon dioxide retention are the primary goals. The other options are interventions that will help with the achievement of this primary goal.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing instructions to a client and family regarding home care after left-eye cataract removal. The nurse tells the client and family about assuming which position during the postoperative period?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: After cataract surgery, the client is informed to sleep on the nonoperative side or his or her back. The client should not sleep on the operative side to prevent the development of edema. The client should also avoid bending below the level of the waist or lowering the head because these actions will increase intraocular pressure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with dumping syndrome. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dumping syndrome requires a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet to slow gastric emptying. Other statements are correct.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client diagnosed with histoplasmosis infection about the prevention of future exposure to infectious sources. The nurse determines that the client needs further instruction if the client states that which is a potential source of this infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Grape arbors do not harbor the causative organism for histoplasmosis. The client diagnosed with histoplasmosis is taught to avoid exposure to potential sources of the fungus, including bird droppings (especially those of starlings and blackbirds), mushroom cellars, and the floors of chicken houses and bat caves.