Disease and Disorders NCLEX Practice Questions
540 questions
What is the purpose of staging cancer?A client is diagnosed with impetigo. Which of the following statements is true regarding impetigo?The nurse is caring for a client with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) who requires prone positioning. Which intervention is…Which of the following medications is commonly prescribed for the treatment of erectile dysfunction?What is a potential complication of untreated gonorrhea in women?Which of the following skin disorders is characterized by red, scaly patches that are typically located on the elbows, knees,…A client with pneumonia is prescribed azithromycin. The nurse should instruct the client to report which potential adverse effect of…Which of the following is a risk factor for developing rheumatoid arthritis?Which of the following is a symptom of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)?A patient with a traumatic brain injury is exhibiting signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Which of the following interventions…Which of the following cellular changes is characteristic of cancer?Which of the following is a primary symptom of cardiac tamponade?A common complication of cystic fibrosis is:Which of the following is a common risk factor for the development of pressure ulcers?Which of the following interventions is appropriate for managing a client with severe burns?A client with a spinal cord injury (SCI) is experiencing autonomic dysreflexia. Which nursing intervention would be the priority?Which type of cancer originates in the bone marrow and affects the production of blood cells?Which of the following is a paraneoplastic syndrome commonly associated with lung cancer?A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is prescribed theophylline. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential…Which of the following diagnostic tests is used to confirm the diagnosis of myocardial infarction?A client is diagnosed with erectile dysfunction. Which of the following statements indicates a need for further education?The nurse is caring for a client with glomerulonephritis. Which finding is consistent with this condition?Which of the following cancer treatments is designed to target rapidly dividing cells?A patient with chronic bronchitis often presents withWhich condition is characterized by the presence of small, benign growths on the uterine wall?A client with osteoarthritis asks the nurse about alternative therapies for pain relief. Which therapy should the nurse recommend?A patient with a history of chronic pancreatitis presents to the emergency department with severe abdominal pain radiating to the…The nurse is caring for a client with infective endocarditis. Which of the following interventions is the highest priority?What is the primary treatment for gout?What is the term for cancer that forms in the cells of the brain or spinal cord?A client with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is receiving positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) ventilation. Which complication should the nurse…Which of the following is a classic symptom of left-sided heart failure?A client with a history of osteoporosis asks the nurse about dietary measures to improve bone health. Which food choice…What is the primary symptom of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)?What is the primary purpose of surgery in cancer treatment?The nurse is caring for a client with polycystic kidney disease (PKD). Which complication should the nurse prioritize monitoring for…Which type of dementia is characterized by progressive deterioration of language ability and social function?A client with a spinal cord injury (SCI) at the C5 level is admitted to the rehabilitation unit. Which nursing…Which of the following statements regarding melanoma is true?Which of the following is a primary risk factor for developing peripheral artery disease?Which diagnostic test is commonly used to diagnose myocardial infarction?Which of the following is a characteristic feature of psoriasis?Which of the following is a common symptom of a patient with a superficial fungal infection?Which medication is commonly prescribed to treat hypertension and protect the kidneys in patients with CKD?Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Hodgkin's lymphoma?Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of pneumonia?A nurse is assessing a client with a suspected fungal infection. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect…A 24-year-old sexually active female presents with lower abdominal pain and vaginal discharge. On pelvic examination, the cervix appears inflamed…A client with diabetic nephropathy is prescribed an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). The nurse understands that this medication primarily…A client with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is scheduled for a computed tomography (CT) scan. Which nursing intervention would…