NCLEX-RN
Medical Surgical NCLEX RN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What is the main reason desflurane (Suprane) and sevoflurane (Ultane), volatile liquid anesthesia agents, are used for surgical clients who go home the day of surgery?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Desflurane and sevoflurane are rapidly eliminated, allowing quicker recovery and discharge, which is ideal for same-day surgery patients.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who underwent a percutaneous needle biopsy of the kidney. What should the nurse plan to do immediately after the biopsy? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Assessing the biopsy site, urine for hematuria, and placing the client prone help monitor for bleeding and promote hemostasis post-biopsy.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following interventions will be most effective in improving transcultural communications with the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Establishing rapport and listening to concerns fosters trust and understanding, which are essential for effective transcultural communication.
Question 4 of 5
A client with ascites and peripheral edema is at risk for impaired skin integrity. To prevent skin breakdown, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An alternating air pressure mattress (
C) prevents pressure ulcers in clients with edema. ROM exercises (
A) and elevation (
D) are helpful but secondary. Abdominal massage (
B) is not indicated.
Question 5 of 5
A client is scheduled for a renal ultrasound. The nurse explains that:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Renal ultrasound is non-invasive and requires no special preparation.