Emergency Care NCLEX Practice Questions
116 questions
What is the most effective way to prevent dehydration during outdoor activities in hot weather?What is the priority intervention for a patient with a suspected spinal cord injury who is experiencing respiratory distress?What is the first step in managing a victim of heat exhaustion?During a disaster scenario, a nurse is managing a crowded shelter. Which client would be the MOST at risk for…A client with a second-degree burn on their arm has a blistered and reddened appearance. What is the appropriate initial…A community is experiencing a prolonged drought. The nurse suspects a client may be dehydrated based on assessment findings. Which…What should the nurse do first when caring for a patient with a foreign object lodged in the eye?A community is being evacuated due to a major earthquake. The nurse identifies a group of people with cast immobility…Which of the following is a potential complication of a pneumothorax?A patient with a suspected head injury experiences vomiting. What is the most important nursing intervention?Which action is essential when caring for a patient with a traumatic amputation?What is the priority intervention for a patient experiencing a seizure?A client with a seizure is thrashing their arms and legs on the floor. What is the most important nursing…What is the recommended treatment for a victim of frostbite?A nurse is providing education to a community group about heatstroke prevention. Which instruction is MOST important to emphasize?A client with a broken nose is experiencing a nosebleed. What is the appropriate nursing intervention?Which of the following indicates adequate perfusion in a trauma patient?A client arrives at the emergency department after being pulled from a cold lake. What is the MOST important initial…What is the initial treatment for a suspected fracture?A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is experiencing respiratory distress following a tornado that caused significant dust exposure.…A cruise ship experiences a norovirus outbreak. Which intervention is MOST effective in preventing the spread of the virus?What is the primary cause of heat stroke?A client with a fractured leg complains of severe pain. Which action should the nurse take FIRST?A client with burns sustained in a house fire arrives at the emergency department with singed nasal hairs and soot…A client with a history of asthma experiences wheezing and difficulty breathing. What is the most appropriate initial intervention?What is the priority nursing intervention for a patient with a pelvic fracture?A client living near a fracking site reports experiencing chronic headaches, nausea, and skin irritation. What is the MOST appropriate…What is the first priority in caring for a patient experiencing trauma?Which of the following indicates a potential airway obstruction?Which finding in a patient with multiple traumatic injuries indicates the need for immediate surgical intervention?What is the primary goal of trauma care?A client with a suspected heat stroke has a core body temperature of 105°F (40.6°C) and is confused. What is…What is the recommended treatment for a victim of hypothermia?A client with asthma is experiencing an exacerbation due to poor air quality from a nearby wildfire. Which medication would…What should the nurse do first when caring for a patient with an open wound?Which of the following is a common complication of burns?Which environmental emergency is characterized by rapid cooling of the body's core temperature?A biological hazard spill occurs in a healthcare facility. The nurse who is closest to the spill should:What is the priority intervention for a patient with a suspected myocardial infarction?Public health officials recommend sheltering in place due to a release of airborne hazardous materials. Which instruction should the nurse…A 5-year-old child is brought to the emergency department after ingesting an unknown berry while playing outside. The child is…A client who fell from a ladder complains of severe back pain and tingling in their legs. What action should…A client with asthma is experiencing an acute attack during a heatwave. Which of the following environmental modifications should the…During a mass casualty incident, triage categorizes victims based on the severity of their injuries and their likelihood of survival.…What is the priority intervention for a patient experiencing anaphylaxis?A patient with a gunshot wound to the abdomen is hypotensive and tachycardic. What intervention should the nurse prioritize?A patient arrives at the emergency department with severe facial trauma. Which assessment finding indicates the need for immediate intervention?How should the nurse assess circulation in a limb with a suspected fracture?A client with suspected anaphylaxis is experiencing difficulty breathing and hives. What medication is most likely to be administered by…Which environmental emergency is caused by prolonged exposure to wet, windy conditions?