NCLEX NGN
What is a serious adverse effect of the ahminoglycosides? - Ototoxicity.
-The client needs to be assessed for hearing loss.
The palmar grasp reflex disappears by ___________ months of age. - The palmar grasp reflex disappears
by 3-4 months of age.
The Babinski reflex disappears by ___________ months of age. - The Babinski reflex disappears by 12
months of age.
The tonic neck reflex disappears by __________ months of age. - The tonic neck reflex disappears by 3-4
months of age.
The stepping reflex disappears by __________ months of age. - The stepping reflex disappears by 4-5
months of age.
The nurse notes a client recovering from a pancreatectomy has minimal drainage from the nasogastric
tube. Which action will the nurse take next? - Check the tubing for kinks!
-Also ensure the tubing is in a dependent position.
T of F: A client receiving peritoneal dialysis will experience discomfort during the first few dialysis
exchanges. - True.
-Discomfort is common during the first few dialysis exchanges because of peritoneal irritation.
,-Peritoneal irritation usually subsides within 1 to 2 weeks of treatment.
The incidence of psoriasis is lower among: - Darker-skinned races. For example, a young adult African
American.
Appropriate toys for toddler growth and development include: - -Low rocking horses
-Stuffed animals
-Push-pull toys
-Dolls
T or F: Cold compresses are appropriate for patients with sickle cell anemia. - False.
-Abnormally-shaped red blood cells become trapped in blood vessels and organs. Cold temperatures,
including application of cold compresses or ice packs, will cause vasoconstriction and may further limit
blood flow.
T or F: Garlic supplements can have a direct hypoglycemic effect. - True!
-Garlic supplements can potentiate the action of diabetic drugs.
What parameter is measured by the CVP? - Right atrium pressure.
What does the Swan-Ganz line measure? - -Pulmonary artery pressure
-Left ventricle pressure
-Cardiac output
, The nurse notes that a client diagnosed with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) has
hyperpigmented skin lesions. Which complication associated with the current diagnosis does the nurse
suspect this client is experiencing? - Kaposi sarcoma.
What is a classic sign if pheochromocytoma? - Hypertension.
Discontinuing Atenolol abruptly may result in: _________, _________, or _________. - Diaphoresis,
malaise, or tachycardia.
What kind of environment should the nurse include in the plan of care for a client with
hyperthyroidism? - A quiet environment.
-A client with hyperthyroidism is in a hyper metabolic state, so a physically and mentally restful
environment is helpful.
Patients receiving a CAT scan should be assessed for: - Problems being in a closed space.
Most healthy fetuses will move approximately ___ times in ___ hours. - Most healthy fetuses will move
approximately 10 times in 3 hours.
Carbidopa/levodopa help reduce ________ and _________. - rigidity and bradykinesis
Clients with hypomagnesemia are at risk for hypo_____________. - Clients with hypomagnesemia are at
risk for hypocalcemia.
T or F: Clients with renal failure are at risk for hypocalcemia. - True.
-Clients with renal failure ARE at risk for hypocalcemia because these clients frequently have elevated
serum phosphate.
What is a serious adverse effect of the ahminoglycosides? - Ototoxicity.
-The client needs to be assessed for hearing loss.
The palmar grasp reflex disappears by ___________ months of age. - The palmar grasp reflex disappears
by 3-4 months of age.
The Babinski reflex disappears by ___________ months of age. - The Babinski reflex disappears by 12
months of age.
The tonic neck reflex disappears by __________ months of age. - The tonic neck reflex disappears by 3-4
months of age.
The stepping reflex disappears by __________ months of age. - The stepping reflex disappears by 4-5
months of age.
The nurse notes a client recovering from a pancreatectomy has minimal drainage from the nasogastric
tube. Which action will the nurse take next? - Check the tubing for kinks!
-Also ensure the tubing is in a dependent position.
T of F: A client receiving peritoneal dialysis will experience discomfort during the first few dialysis
exchanges. - True.
-Discomfort is common during the first few dialysis exchanges because of peritoneal irritation.
,-Peritoneal irritation usually subsides within 1 to 2 weeks of treatment.
The incidence of psoriasis is lower among: - Darker-skinned races. For example, a young adult African
American.
Appropriate toys for toddler growth and development include: - -Low rocking horses
-Stuffed animals
-Push-pull toys
-Dolls
T or F: Cold compresses are appropriate for patients with sickle cell anemia. - False.
-Abnormally-shaped red blood cells become trapped in blood vessels and organs. Cold temperatures,
including application of cold compresses or ice packs, will cause vasoconstriction and may further limit
blood flow.
T or F: Garlic supplements can have a direct hypoglycemic effect. - True!
-Garlic supplements can potentiate the action of diabetic drugs.
What parameter is measured by the CVP? - Right atrium pressure.
What does the Swan-Ganz line measure? - -Pulmonary artery pressure
-Left ventricle pressure
-Cardiac output
, The nurse notes that a client diagnosed with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) has
hyperpigmented skin lesions. Which complication associated with the current diagnosis does the nurse
suspect this client is experiencing? - Kaposi sarcoma.
What is a classic sign if pheochromocytoma? - Hypertension.
Discontinuing Atenolol abruptly may result in: _________, _________, or _________. - Diaphoresis,
malaise, or tachycardia.
What kind of environment should the nurse include in the plan of care for a client with
hyperthyroidism? - A quiet environment.
-A client with hyperthyroidism is in a hyper metabolic state, so a physically and mentally restful
environment is helpful.
Patients receiving a CAT scan should be assessed for: - Problems being in a closed space.
Most healthy fetuses will move approximately ___ times in ___ hours. - Most healthy fetuses will move
approximately 10 times in 3 hours.
Carbidopa/levodopa help reduce ________ and _________. - rigidity and bradykinesis
Clients with hypomagnesemia are at risk for hypo_____________. - Clients with hypomagnesemia are at
risk for hypocalcemia.
T or F: Clients with renal failure are at risk for hypocalcemia. - True.
-Clients with renal failure ARE at risk for hypocalcemia because these clients frequently have elevated
serum phosphate.
