Disease and Disorders NCLEX Practice Questions
540 questions
Which of the following medications is contraindicated in patients with a history of peptic ulcer disease and prescribed for pain…Which of the following is a classic symptom of Parkinson's disease?What is a common symptom of a bone fracture?Bell's palsy is caused by dysfunction of which cranial nerve?What is the hallmark clinical manifestation of bullous pemphigoid?Which of the following viruses is associated with an increased risk of cervical cancer?A patient with multiple sclerosis is experiencing an acute exacerbation. Which of the following interventions is the highest priority?What is a common dietary recommendation for individuals with chronic constipation?A patient with gastroenteritis should be advised to:The nurse is caring for a client with a pleural effusion. Which position should the nurse encourage the client to…A patient presents with erythematous, scaly plaques with silver-white scales primarily involving the elbows, knees, and scalp. What is the…Which of the following is NOT a common treatment option for cancer?Which of the following is a risk factor for developing sleep apnea?An individual with a history of stroke is prescribed warfarin. Which of the following laboratory values should be monitored regularly?Which sexually transmitted infection (STI) is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis?A nurse is caring for a client with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Which of the following interventions should the nurse…A client with a spinal cord injury (SCI) is at risk for developing pressure ulcers. Which nursing intervention would be…A client with chronic renal failure has a serum potassium level of 7.5 mEq/L. Which medication should the nurse anticipate…What is the primary goal of palliative care in cancer patients?A client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil). The nurse should monitor the client for which potential adverse effect?A client is diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. Which of the following complications is most concerning and requires immediate intervention?Which type of cancer affects the cells that line the inner and outer surfaces of the body?A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is prescribed a low-protein diet. Which food item should the nurse recommend to…What is the primary cause of bursitis?What is a common symptom of Guillain-Barré syndrome?A client with Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is admitted to the hospital. Which assessment finding would the nurse prioritize?What is the term for the removal of a small piece of tissue for examination under a microscope to diagnose…What is the primary function of the skeletal system?A client with tuberculosis (TB) is prescribed isoniazid (INH). Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education…What is the most common symptom of a urinary tract infection (UTI) in women?Which of the following statements is true regarding the management of burns?Which of the following diagnostic tests is commonly used for the detection of breast cancer?Which of the following conditions is characterized by inflammation of the joints?A client is admitted with a diagnosis of pyelonephritis. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?Which of the following is a warning sign of skin cancer?The nurse should instruct a patient with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) to:What is the primary symptom of endometriosis?What is a common symptom of plantar fasciitis?A client with chronic bronchitis asks the nurse about strategies to promote airway clearance. Which recommendation by the nurse is…A patient with a spinal cord injury at the C4 level is most likely to require which of the following…What is the most common type of cancer in women worldwide?Which of the following conditions is characterized by the formation of open sores or ulcers on the legs or feet…What is a potential complication of untreated gastroenteritis?Huntington's disease is a genetic disorder characterized by:A client presents with erythematous papules with silvery scales predominantly on the elbows and knees. This presentation is most consistent…A patient with diverticulosis should avoid which of the following foods to prevent exacerbation of symptoms?A client presents with chest pain radiating to the left arm, diaphoresis, and shortness of breath. The nurse suspects:Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) affects which part of the nervous system?Which medication is commonly used to manage seizures in patients with epilepsy?A client with renal failure is prescribed sevelamer. The nurse understands that the primary purpose of this medication is to: