MED/SURG Final NCLEX Questions & Answers Already Passed!!

1. A patient who was recently diagnosed with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) was just educated on the importance of nutrition and what foods to avoid. What statement made by the patient, indicates the need for further teaching? a. " I will avoid foods like French fries and citrus juices to decrease my chances of acid reflux and heart burn" b. "I will continue to drink 2 cups of coffee each morning when I wake up, to make sure I have enough energy for the day" c. " I need to find another dessert I can eat each night before bed, because the chocolate ice cream I eat every night will exacerbate my Gastroesophageal Reflux" d. " I need to drink more room temperature water to make sure my body has help when properly digesting my meals" - Answer-B. "I will continue to drink 2 cups of coffee each morning when I wake up, to make sure I have enough energy for the day" A 15-year-old patient presents to the emergency department with appendicitis. The nurse should anticipate which nursing management cares to be given? (select all that apply) A. Keep the patient NPO B. Monitor vital signs C. Administer fluids, analgesics, and antiemetic's as ordered D. Place a heating pad on abdomen for pain relief E. Give enema as ordered - Answer-A. Keep the patient NPO B. Monitor vital signsC. Administer fluids, analgesics, and antiemetic's as ordered A 17-year old male patient has a diagnosis of Hemophilia A.The patient understands his condition when he states: (Select all that apply) A. I should take a baby aspirin every day for heart health B. Heparin will help my blood clot more efficiently C. I am due for my flu shot D. I should shave my beard with an electric razor E. I should use a soft bristled toothbrush when I brush my teeth - Answer-D. I should shave my beard with an electric razor E. I should use a soft bristled toothbrush when I brush my teeth A 25 year old female patient is diagnosed with viral hepatitis. The provider prescribes Ribavirin, before administering the nucleoside what test will the nurse give to the patient? a). Liver function test b). Pregnancy test c). Occult blood test d). Urinalysis - Answer-b). Pregnancy test