NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Medical Surgical Questions and Answers Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which statement by a client with a new ileal conduit indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tight clothing can irritate the stoma and impair appliance function, indicating a misunderstanding of proper care.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following positions would be appropriate for a client with severe ascites?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fowler's position (
A) elevates the head, reducing diaphragm pressure from ascites and improving breathing. Side-lying (
B), Reverse Trendelenburg (
C), and Sims (
D) are less effective for respiratory relief.
Question 3 of 5
A client with rib fractures and a pneumothorax has a chest tube inserted that is connected to a water-seal chest tube drainage system. The nurse notes that the fluid in the water-seal column is fluctuating with each breath that the client takes. What is the significance of this fluctuation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluctuation in the water-seal column with breathing indicates a patent chest tube system, reflecting pleural pressure changes. Obstruction, emphysema, or leaks would show different signs.
Question 4 of 5
To decrease intraocular pressure following cataract surgery, the nurse should instruct the client to avoid:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Coughing increases intraocular pressure by causing a Valsalva maneuver, which can strain the surgical site and lead to complications like hemorrhage or wound dehiscence.
Question 5 of 5
Which statement by a client with acute renal failure indicates understanding of dietary restrictions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oranges are high in potassium, which should be avoided in acute renal failure.