NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Medical Surgical Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse teaches the client with a urinary diversion to attach the appliance to a standard urine collection bag at night. The most important reason for doing this is to prevent.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A night collection bag prevents urine leakage by providing adequate capacity, reducing the risk of appliance overflow during sleep.
Question 2 of 5
A client from a Mediterranean country is admitted with thalassemia, jaundice, splenomegaly, and hepatomegaly. Which of the following should be the primary focus of nursing care for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Thalassemia, a hemolytic anemia, causes increased cardiac workload due to chronic anemia and tissue hypoxia. Promoting rest is the primary focus to decrease cardiac demands and prevent complications like heart failure. While client preferences, nutrition, and emotional support are important, reducing cardiac strain is critical.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the chart of a 55-year-old male client who is scheduled for a lumbar laminectomy. The nurse should report which of the following to the surgeon?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An abnormal ECG indicates potential cardiac issues that could affect surgical safety under anesthesia. This must be reported to the surgeon for further evaluation. A pimple, hearing aid, or iodine allergy, while notable, are less immediately critical unless directly related to the procedure.
Question 4 of 5
A client post-cystectomy is at risk for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cystectomy may impair vitamin B12 absorption due to ileum resection.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse anticipates that a client who has received propofol (Diprivan) as the induction and maintenance agent for general anesthesia will most likely experience:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Propofol is associated with minimal postoperative nausea and vomiting, making it a preferred agent for many surgeries, especially outpatient procedures.