NCLEX-RN
Adult Health II Respiratory NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following factors assists a person to achieve positive bereavement outcomes?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Higher socioeconomic status provides access to resources (e.g., counseling, support groups), which can facilitate positive bereavement outcomes.
Question 2 of 5
A client has been prescribed allopurinol (Zyloprim) for renal calculi that are caused by high uric acid levels. Which of the following indicate the client is experiencing adverse effect(s) of this drug? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Nausea, rash, and bone marrow depression are known adverse effects of allopurinol, indicating potential toxicity or allergic reactions.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse has reported to the hospital to work the evening shift on a respiratory unit. The nurse's assignment consists of four clients. Prioritize in order from highest to lowest priority how the nurse would assess the clients after receiving report.
Order the Items
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Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: The client with pneumonia, fever, and shortness of breath is at highest risk for respiratory compromise (
A). The postoperative client with pain (
B) is next due to pain's impact on breathing. The client with suspected tuberculosis and cough (
C) is lower priority but needs isolation precautions. The client with emphysema awaiting a scheduled bronchodilator (
D) is stable.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client about skin cancer. Which of the following should the nurse explain are risk factors for skin cancer? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E,F
Rationale: Increasing age, sun exposure, genetics, and immunosuppression increase skin cancer risk. Chemical pollutants are less significant, and increased pigmentation reduces risk.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse observes that a client's upper arm tremors disappear as he unbuttons his shirt. Which statement best guides the nurse's analysis of this observation about the client's tremors?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In Parkinson's disease, resting tremors often decrease or disappear during purposeful movements, such as unbuttoning a shirt. This is a characteristic feature, not psychological, distraction-related, or random.