Emergency Care NCLEX Practice Questions
116 questions
A patient involved in a boating accident has an open wound with visible bone fragments. What is the priority nursing…A child has accidentally ingested a toy. What is the most important action for the nurse to take initially?A client with a suspected diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) has a fruity-smelling breath and rapid, shallow respirations. What is the MOST…What is the priority intervention for a patient with a suspected spinal cord injury who is unconscious?During a winter storm, the facility loses power. Which of the following actions should the nurse take PRIORITY?A pregnant woman arrives at the emergency department following exposure to carbon monoxide poisoning. Which assessment finding would be MOST…Which assessment finding in a patient with a suspected spinal cord injury warrants immediate immobilization?Which environmental emergency occurs when the body loses too much salt and water, usually through excessive sweating?A patient involved in a motorcycle crash presents with flail chest. What is the priority nursing intervention?What is the priority nursing action when caring for a patient with a suspected tension pneumothorax?A client with severe burns is at risk for fluid loss. What is the most important initial nursing intervention?Which sign or symptom is characteristic of carbon monoxide poisoning?Which environmental emergency is characterized by a sudden drop in blood pressure and loss of consciousness due to prolonged standing…What is the primary purpose of applying a tourniquet in trauma care?What is the primary cause of sunburn?Which condition results from prolonged exposure to extremely cold temperatures?Public health officials recommend sheltering in place due to a release of airborne hazardous materials. The nurse should instruct clients…A client with diabetes is displaced from their home during a hurricane and has limited access to insulin. The nurse…Which of the following is a sign of shock in a trauma patient?What is the priority action when caring for a patient with a severe nosebleed?A news report announces a potential bioterrorism attack involving the release of anthrax spores. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) should…A patient presents with a closed head injury and unequal pupil size. What action should the nurse take first?What is the primary cause of dehydration during physical activity?Which intervention is essential when managing a patient with an open fracture?What is the recommended treatment for a minor burn injury?Which finding in a patient with a traumatic brain injury indicates the need for immediate intervention?You are triaging victims of a chemical spill. A victim with exposed skin and burns to the eyes should be…A chemical spill occurs in a public transportation vehicle. The MOST important action for the nurse riding the vehicle is…A client with a history of diabetes reports feeling weak and confused following a power outage during a heatwave. What…A nurse is providing first aid to a client with a minor burn injury. Which of the following actions should…During triage, a nurse encounters a client with a large laceration on their arm and active bleeding. What should the…During a mass casualty incident, which patient should be prioritized for immediate transport to a trauma center?Which environmental emergency occurs when the body's core temperature rises to dangerous levels, leading to organ failure?What is the primary goal of resuscitation in trauma care?A client arrives at the emergency department after being bitten by a rattlesnake. Which of the following assessment findings would…Which intervention is a priority for a patient with a penetrating chest wound?What is the most effective way to prevent heat-related illnesses during hot weather?A client who lives alone calls 911 after a major earthquake and reports that they are trapped under debris. Which…Which environmental emergency is characterized by inflammation and blistering of the skin due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures?When immobilizing a patient's spine, which action is essential?Which assessment finding in a patient with a traumatic brain injury requires immediate intervention?A group of teenagers is brought to the emergency department after ingesting large amounts of alcohol at a party. Which…A client with a sprained ankle experiences pain, swelling, and bruising. What is the RICE principle of initial management for…A client with a suspected stroke experiences facial drooping and slurred speech. What is the most important action for the…A client with a suspected myocardial infarction (heart attack) is in severe pain. What is the most important initial nursing…What is the recommended treatment for a victim of heat stroke?Which condition is characterized by swelling, itching, and redness of the skin due to contact with certain plants?A pregnant woman arrives at the emergency department after being exposed to high levels of carbon monoxide. Which assessment finding…After a major disaster, a nurse is deployed to a temporary shelter to assist with client care. Which of the…A tornado warning has been issued for the area. The MOST appropriate action for the nurse to take is to:
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