NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions on Health Promotion and Maintenance Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Tricyclics (Antidepressants) sometimes have which of the following adverse effects on patients that have a diagnosis of depression?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fainting and hypotension can be caused by Tricyclics.
Question 2 of 5
The teaching plan for a postpartum client who is about to be discharged should include which of the following instructions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The vaginal discharge after birth is called lochia, and it changes from red (rubra) to serosa (clear) on the third postpartum day. If it returns to red or contains clots, it could signal impending hemorrhage or infection and the physician should be notified.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has recently been prescribed Albuterol. Which of the following changes are not associated with Albuterol?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tachycardia, hypertension, and bronchodilation can all occur with Albuterol.
Question 4 of 5
Broccoli, oranges, dark greens, and dark yellow vegetables can be eaten to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Controversy over what types of food to eat and not eat is still under investigation. Certain foods can help improve body defenses to possibly prevent certain diseases.
Question 5 of 5
A client asks the nurse if all donor blood products are cross-matched with the recipient to prevent a transfusion reaction. Which of the following always requires cross-matching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Packed red blood cells require cross-matching due to their antigens and antibodies, unlike platelets, plasma, or granulocytes, which do not contain red cells.