Disease and Disorders NCLEX Practice Questions
540 questions
A patient with diverticulitis is prescribed antibiotics. The nurse educates the patient to report which symptom immediately to the healthcare…Which condition is characterized by a collection of fluid around the heart?What is a characteristic feature of hepatitis A infection?A client with acute respiratory failure is receiving mechanical ventilation. Which finding requires immediate intervention by the nurse?A 32-year-old female presents with cyclic breast pain and tenderness that worsens before menstruation and improves after the onset of…A client is admitted with acute decompensated heart failure. The nurse anticipates the need for which of the following interventions…Which of the following is a sign of nephrotic syndrome?A 35-year-old female presents with pelvic pain, irregular menstrual cycles, and difficulty conceiving. She has a history of endometriosis. Which…Which medication is commonly used to treat nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy?Which of the following is a classic symptom of appendicitis?A patient with a history of polymyositis presents with progressive muscle weakness and difficulty swallowing. Which complication should the nurse…Which of the following symptoms is indicative of a potential ectopic pregnancy?A client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is prescribed tiotropium (Spiriva). The nurse understands that the primary action…A 29-year-old male presents with a painless ulcer on his genitalia. Serologic testing reveals the presence of Treponema pallidum antibodies.…Which of the following is a symptom of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?The nurse is caring for a client with nephrotic syndrome. Which dietary modification should the nurse recommend?What is the primary treatment for pericarditis?The nurse is assessing a patient with a suspected rotator cuff tear. Which physical examination maneuver would confirm this diagnosis?A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is prescribed a phosphate binder. Which medication should the nurse anticipate administering?Which of the following is a primary symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?Which of the following is a common symptom of pericarditis?Which of the following is a common side effect of chemotherapy?What is the main cause of acute kidney injury (AKI)?A client with Huntington's disease is experiencing chorea. Which nursing intervention would be most appropriate for managing these involuntary movements?A client with heart failure is prescribed spironolactone. The nurse understands that this medication primarily works by:What is the primary cause of lung cancer?The nurse is caring for a client with a chest tube drainage system. Which intervention should the nurse implement to…A client with a history of hypertension presents with sudden severe chest pain radiating to the back. The nurse suspects…The nurse is caring for a client who underwent cardiac catheterization. Which post-procedure complication should the nurse monitor for?What is the most common type of cancer affecting the female reproductive system?A nurse is providing education to a client with atopic dermatitis. Which of the following measures should the nurse recommend…The nurse is assessing a client with suspected pericardial effusion. Which of the following assessment findings is characteristic of cardiac…What is a potential complication of untreated gonorrhea in women?The nurse is caring for a client with rheumatoid arthritis. Which medication should the nurse anticipate administering for long-term management…A postmenopausal woman presents with vaginal bleeding. Physical examination reveals a friable cervix with ulcerations. Biopsy reveals malignant cells. Which…Which of the following medications is commonly prescribed for the treatment of erectile dysfunction?The nurse is caring for a client with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) who requires prone positioning. Which intervention is…A client is diagnosed with impetigo. Which of the following statements is true regarding impetigo?What is the purpose of staging cancer?Which of the following is a primary function of the kidneys?A patient with liver cirrhosis develops hepatic encephalopathy. Which dietary restriction should the nurse implement for this patient?Which of the following is a common symptom of cancer of the digestive system?Which of the following conditions is characterized by degeneration of the myelin sheath in the central nervous system?A client presents with thin, erythematous plaques with silvery scales scattered over the scalp. This presentation is consistent with:Which of the following statements about transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) is true?A client is admitted with a diagnosis of atrial fibrillation. Which medication is commonly administered to control the heart rate…Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of ovarian cancer?What is the primary risk factor for cervical cancer?Which condition is characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, resulting in difficulty breathingThe primary cause of lung cancer is: