Nurse's Role NCLEX Practice Questions (WebEx Meeting)
A nurse has four clients to assess. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess FIRST?
A. A client who has just received intravenous morphine
B. A client with a diagnosis of lung cancer who is experiencing thrombocytopenia
C. A client who has an inflamed IV site while receiving packed red blood cells
D. A client who experiences relief of dyspnea after receiving a small volume nebulizer (SVN) - A. A client
who has just received intravenous morphine
The nurse caring for a client who dystocia (difficult labor) determines that the priority is which action?
A. Position changes and providing comfort measures
B. Explanations to the family members about what is happening to the client
C. Monitor for changes in the physical condition of the mother and fetus
D. Reinforcement of breathing techniques learned in childbirth classes - C. Monitor for changes in the
physical condition of the mother and fetus
A client who had an application of a right arm cast complains of pain at the wrist when the arm is
passively moved. What action should the nurse take FIRST?
A. Elevate the arm
B. Document the findings
C. Medicate with an additional dose of an opioid
D. Check for paresthesia and paralysis of the right arm - D. Check for paresthesia and paralysis of the
right arm
The nurse is assigned to care for four clients. In planning client rounds, which client should the nurse
assess FIRST?
A. A postoperative client preparing for discharge with a new medication
B. A client who requires daily dressing changes of a recent surgical incision
C. A client scheduled for a chest x-ray after insertion of a nasogastric tube
