NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions on Neurological Disorders Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which teaching topics should the nurse cover before discharge? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E,F
Rationale: Warfarin requires dietary consistency, instructions on missed doses, monitoring for bleeding (bruising/blood in urine), and frequent INR checks.
Question 2 of 5
When preparing the client for the upcoming positron emission tomography (PET) scan, the nurse instructs the client to avoid which substances the day before the test? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,E,F
Rationale: Caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco can affect cerebral metabolism and blood flow, potentially altering PET scan results.
Question 3 of 5
When is the best time to clip the client's hair?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clipping hair in the operating room area minimizes infection risk by reducing the time the scalp is exposed.
Question 4 of 5
Before requesting the clear liquids prescribed by the physician, which assessment information is essential for the nurse to know?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing the ability to swallow ensures safety when initiating oral intake post-craniotomy.
Question 5 of 5
Because carbamazepine (Tegretol) can cause liver dysfunction, the client's discharge plan should include instructions to report which symptom?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Yellowing of the skin (jaundice) indicates potential liver dysfunction, a known side effect of carbamazepine.