NCLEX-PN
Hematologic Disorders NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When planning care for a client who is HIV positive, the nurse should do what?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Wearing gloves when handling body fluids follows standard precautions to prevent HIV transmission. Gowns and masks are not always necessary, and restricting visitors or isolating the client is not required.
Question 2 of 5
The client, who underwent a right mastectomy with lymph node dissection, is being admitted to a nursing unit from the PACU. When settling the client in bed, which action by the NA requires the nurse to intervene?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A. BPs, venipunctures, and injections should not be done on the affected arm, so taking the BP on the left arm would be appropriate. B. It would be appropriate for the NA to tape a sign at the side rail to remind others of the restrictions following a mastectomy. C. The client should be placed in a semi-Fowler’s position with the arm on the affected side elevated on a pillow to promote restoring arm function and to prevent arm edema. D. It would be beneficial for the NA and nurse to be sensitive to the client’s readiness for family presence.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse administers iron using the Z track technique. What is the primary reason for administering iron via Z track?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Z track technique prevents iron from leaking into subcutaneous tissue, reducing skin staining.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is working in a blood bank facility procuring units of blood from donors. Which client would not be a candidate to donate blood?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Recent childbirth (
C) (within 6 months) disqualifies blood donation due to anemia risk. Wisdom teeth (
A), immunization (
B), and aspirin allergy (
D) are not contraindications.
Question 5 of 5
The client diagnosed with cancer has been undergoing systemic treatments and has red blood cell deficiency. Which signs and symptoms should the nurse teach the client to manage?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: RBC deficiency (anemia) causes shortness of breath and fatigue (
B), which clients should manage. Nausea (
A), mucositis/diarrhea (
C), and emotions (
D) are unrelated to anemia.