NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions Perioperative Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which problem is appropriate for the nurse to identify for a client in the intraoperative phase of surgery?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Risk for injury (e.g., from positioning, equipment) is a primary intraoperative concern, per NANDA-I. Comfort, disuse, and gas exchange are more postoperative or anesthesia-related.
Question 2 of 5
Which problem is appropriate for the nurse to identify for a client in the intraoperative phase of surgery?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Risk for injury (e.g., from positioning, equipment) is a primary intraoperative concern, per NANDA-I. Comfort, disuse, and gas exchange are more postoperative or anesthesia-related.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client for surgery. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The preoperative checklist ensures all safety measures (e.g., consent, NPO, allergies) are verified, the first step. Spouse signature, I&O, and sedatives follow checklist completion.
Question 4 of 5
The client in the surgical holding area tells the nurse 'I am so scared. I have never had surgery before.' Which statement would be the most appropriate response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reflecting the client’s fear validates feelings, encouraging discussion. Asking 'why,' boasting about the hospital, or dismissing fear is less therapeutic.
Question 5 of 5
The 68-year-old client scheduled for intestinal surgery does not have clear fecal contents after three (3) tap water enemas. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Notifying the surgeon ensures guidance on proceeding, as unclear returns may indicate obstruction or inadequate prep, risking complications. More enemas, IV fluids, or electrolytes are secondary.