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Module 10: Physiological Health Problems (HESI/Saunders
Online Review for the NCLEX-RN Examination) Questions
With Complete Solutions
A cardiac monitor alarm sounds, and a nurse notes a straight line
on the monitor screen. The nurse immediately: Correct Answer
Assesses the client.
A child with a diagnosis of pertussis (whooping cough) is being
admitted to the pediatric unit. As soon as the child arrives to the
unit, the nurse first: Correct Answer Attaches the child to a
pulse oximeter.
A client arrives at the emergency department with complaints of
a headache, hives, itching, and difficulty swallowing. The client
states that he took ibuprofen (Motrin) 1 hour earlier and believes
that he is experiencing an allergic reaction to this medication.
After ensuring that the client has a patent airway, which
intervention does the nurse prepare the client for first? Correct
Answer Administration of a subcutaneous injection of
epinephrine
A client arrives in the emergency department for treatment of a
surface injury sustained when sand blew into the eye. Which
action does the nurse take first? Correct Answer Assessing the
client's vision.
A client has an arteriovenous fistula in place for hemodialysis.
What should the nurse do to assess the patency of the fistula?
Correct Answer Palpate for a vibrating sensation at the fistula
site.
,A client has just had a plaster leg cast applied, and the nurse has
given the client instructions on cast care. Which statement by
the client indicates the need for further instruction? Correct
Answer "I can dry the cast faster if I use a hairdryer on the hot
setting."
A client has undergone creation of an Indiana pouch for urine
diversion after cystectomy, and the nurse provides instructions
about reservoir catheterization. The nurse tells the client:
Correct Answer To plan to drain the reservoir every 2 to 3
hours initially.
A client in the third trimester of pregnancy is experiencing
painless vaginal bleeding, and placenta previa is suspected. For
which of the following interventions does the nurse prepare the
client? Correct Answer An ultrasound examination.
A client is found to have AIDS. What is the nurse's highest
priority in providing care to this client? Correct Answer
Instituting measures to prevent infection in the client.
A client is found to have viral hepatitis, and the nurse provides
home care instructions to the client. The nurse should tell the
client to: Correct Answer Eat small frequent meals that are low
in fat and protein and high in carbohydrates.
A client is transported to the recovery area of the ambulatory
care unit after cataract surgery. In which position does the nurse
place the client? Correct Answer Semi-Fowler.
, A client who experienced a brain attack (stroke) exhibits right-
sided unilateral neglect. The nurse caring for this client plans to
place the client's personal care items: Correct Answer B.
Within the client's reach on the right side
A client who experiences frequent episodes of chest pain is
admitted to the hospital for cardiac monitoring. The client
suddenly complains of chest pain, and the nurse obtains a 12-
lead electrocardiogram (ECG). Which of the following findings
would the nurse expect to note in the event of an ischemic
episode? Correct Answer ST-segment depression.
A client who is recovering from a brain attack (stroke) has
residual dysphagia. Which of the following measures does the
nurse plan to implement at mealtimes? Correct Answer
Alternating liquids with solids.
A client who sustained a fracture of the left arm requires the
application of a plaster cast. The nurse tells the client that the
procedure for applying the cast involves: Correct Answer
Applying soft padding and stockinette over the fractured arm,
followed by the application of the cast material.
A client with a leg fracture who has been placed in skeletal
traction is transported to the orthopedic unit after surgery.
Which finding would indicate the need to contact the orthopedic
specialist? Correct Answer The traction ropes are unable to
move over the pulleys.
A client with a spinal cord injury suddenly complains of a
pounding headache. The nurse quickly assesses the client and
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