NCLEX-RN
Med Surg RN NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When preparing a teaching plan for an adult client about general anesthesia induction, which explanation would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: For adults, explaining that intravenous medication induces sleep is accurate and simple, avoiding overwhelming details while addressing the primary method of general anesthesia induction.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client's nutritional status preoperatively. Which of the following observations would indicate poor nutrition in a 5-foot 7-inch female client who is 21 years of age?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Little mass in a 5'7' female suggests low body weight or muscle wasting, indicative of poor nutrition. A weight of 128 lb is within a healthy range, and poor posture or dull expression are less specific to nutritional status.
Question 3 of 5
An adult client with type 2 diabetes is taking metformin (Glucophage) 1,000 mg two times every day. After the nurse provides instructions regarding the interaction of alcohol and metformin, the nurse evaluates that the client understands the instructions when the client says:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alcohol combined with metformin increases the risk of lactic acidosis, a serious complication. The client should avoid alcohol while taking metformin.
Question 4 of 5
In which areas of the United States is the incidence of tuberculosis highest?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inner-city areas have higher tuberculosis incidence due to crowding, poverty, and limited healthcare access. Rural, low-water-standard, and suburban areas have lower rates.
Question 5 of 5
A high-carbohydrate, low-protein diet is prescribed for the client with acute renal failure. The intended outcome of this diet is to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A high-carbohydrate, low-protein diet provides energy and prevents ketosis by reducing protein breakdown in acute renal failure.