NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Psychosocial Integrity Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When a client has a chest drainage system in place, where should the system be placed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A chest drainage system should be placed below the level of the client's chest so that the drainage flows out of the chest into the system. The remaining choices are too high and do not allow fluid to drain out of the chest.
Question 2 of 5
In a disaster situation, the nurse assessing a diabetic client on insulin assesses for all of the following except:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bleeding problems are not typically associated with diabetes management. Assessing diabetic symptoms, nutritional status, and insulin availability are critical to ensure glycemic control in a disaster.
Question 3 of 5
A client begins bleeding from the site of a previous arterial blood gas draw on the right wrist. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If a client begins bleeding from the site of a previous arterial blood gas draw on the right wrist, the nurse should first apply pressure to the site. This prevents further bleeding. The remaining choices can be performed later.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements by a client indicates adequate understanding of preparation for a lipoprotein fractionation test?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fasting for 12 hours is required for a lipoprotein fractionation test to ensure accurate lipid levels. Water is allowed, and no lipid solution is ingested.
Question 5 of 5
Which cultural group has the highest incidence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Caucasians have the highest incidence of inflammatory bowel disease (IB
D).