NCLEX Question of the Week – 11.25.16 [SATA] Which are characteristic assessment findings in a client with acute closed-angle glaucoma? (Select all that apply.) a. persistent dull brow pain b. inability to detect color changes c. severe eye pain d. N&V e. decreased vision with halos around lights f. difficulty adjusting to darkness g. enlarged, fixed pupil h. erythematous conjunctiva Δ
NCLEX Question of the Week – 5.16.16 [SATA] A newborn is suspected of having hydrocephalus. For which symptoms would the nursery nurse monitor the child? (Select all that apply.) A. Sunset eyes B. Depressed fontanels C. Thin scalp and sparse hair D. Increasing head circumference E. Head circumference equal to chest circumference Δ
NCLEX Question of the Week – 5.09.16 [SATA] The laboratory values of an adult male client reveal the presence of hepatitis B surface antigens and hepatitis B antibodies. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse also expect to see? Select all that apply. 1. Elevated serum albumin 2. Low serum globulin 3. Elevated serum transaminate (ALT and AST) 4. Prolonged prothrombin time (PT) 5. Low urine bilirubin Δ
NCLEX-RN Exam Practice Questions: Quiz 4 A pregnant woman at 15 weeks’ gestation is scheduled for an amniocentesis. As the client is being prepped for the procedure, it becomes clear to the nurse that the client doesn’t fully understand the risks and benefits associated with the procedure. Which of the following describe the nurse’s role in obtaining informed consent? Select all that apply. 1. Explain the risks and benefits associated with the procedure. 2. Describe alternatives to the procedure. 3. Witness the client’s signature on the consent form. 4. Advocate for the client by ensuring she is making an informed decision. Δ
NCLEX-RN Exam Practice Questions: Quiz 3 A 72-year-old man who had a stroke is being transferred from a medical unit to a rehabilitation center. The nurse case manager is assisting in the process. The nurse knows that the goals of case management include which of the following? Select all that apply. 1. Improving the coordination of care 2. Increasing referrals to local organizations 3. Reducing the fragmentation of care 4. Discharging clients quickly Δ
NCLEX-RN Exam Practice Questions: Quiz 2 The client has returned to your unit after an escharotomy of the forearm. What is the priority nursing assessment? 1. Infection 2. Incision 3. Pain 4. Tissue perfusion Δ
NCLEX-RN Exam Practice Questions: Quiz 1 A client is leaving the clinic with a new prescription for lisinopril. Which of the following suggestions can the nurse make to minimize one of the major effects of lisinopril? 1. Eat fruits and vegetables high in iron. 2. Rise slowly from a lying to a sitting position. 3. Increase fluid intake. 4. Avoid aspirin-containing drugs. Δ
