NCLEX-PN
Hematology NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which collaborative treatment would the nurse anticipate for the client diagnosed with DIC?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frozen plasma (
C) replaces clotting factors in DIC. Oral anticoagulants (
A) worsen bleeding, plasmapheresis (
B) is rare, and I&O (
D) is routine.
Question 2 of 5
A young man who has infectious mononucleosis asks what the treatment is for his condition. What is the best response for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rest and good nutrition support recovery from infectious mononucleosis, a viral illness with no specific antiviral or steroid treatment.
Question 3 of 5
The client is scheduled to have a total hip replacement in two (2) months and has chosen to prepare for autologous transfusions. Which medication would the nurse administer to prepare the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Epogen (
D) stimulates RBC production for autologous donation. Prednisone (
A), Zithromax (
B), and Ativan (
C) are unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
The female client recently diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma asks the nurse about her prognosis. Which is the nurse’s best response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hodgkin’s has a good prognosis with standard therapy (
A) (5-year survival >85%). Investigational therapy (
B) isn’t required, survival isn’t poor (
C), and secondary cancers (
D) are long-term risks.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for multiple 25-year-old female clients. The nurse should plan to consult the HCP about a referral for genetic counseling and family planning for which clients?
Correct Answer: A, B, C, E
Rationale: Thalassemia is a hereditary disorder; the client could benefit from a referral for genetic counseling. B. Sickle cell anemia is a hereditary disorder; the client could benefit from a referral for genetic counseling. C. Hemophilia A is a hereditary disorder; the client could benefit from a referral for genetic counseling. D. Autoimmune hemolytic anemia is an acquired hemolytic anemia. E. Hemophilia B is a hereditary disorder; the client could benefit from a referral for genetic counseling.