NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Respiratory Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Where did the client's embolism most likely originate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pulmonary emboli most commonly originate from deep vein thrombosis in the legs, where clots dislodge and travel to the lungs.
Question 2 of 5
Which nursing observation provides the best evidence that postural drainage is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Raising a large volume of sputum indicates that postural drainage is effectively clearing secretions from the airways.
Question 3 of 5
A patient taking Isoniazid (INH) should be monitored for what deficiency?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This medication can lead to low Vitamin B6 levels. Most patients will take a supplement of B6 while taking this medication.
Question 4 of 5
Your patient is diagnosed with a latent tuberculosis infection. Select all the correct statements that reflect this condition:
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: The patient WILL need medical treatment to prevent this case of LBTI from developing into an active TB infection later on. The patient will NOT have an abnormal chest x-ray or a positive sputum test. This is only in active TB.
Question 5 of 5
The client diagnosed with lung cancer has been told the cancer has metastasized to the brain. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Brain metastasis impairs cognition, making driving unsafe (
C). Advance directives (
A), chemotherapy (
B), and proxy decisions (
D) are secondary or inappropriate.