Medical Surgery NCLEX Practice Questions
360 questions
The nurse is assessing a patient with chronic peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Which of the following findings would the nurse…The nurse is caring for a client with infective endocarditis. Which assessment finding should the nurse prioritize?Which gland is known as the "master gland" because it controls the functions of other endocrine glands?Which of the following actions is appropriate when caring for a patient with a temporary transvenous pacemaker?What is the primary nursing intervention for a patient undergoing cardiac catheterization?What is the most common cause of infective endocarditis?A patient with diabetes mellitus type 2 is prescribed metformin. Which of the following should the nurse monitor closely?During a tonic-clonic seizure, what should be the priority nursing intervention?A client with heart failure is prescribed furosemide (Lasix) for fluid overload. Which electrolyte imbalance should the nurse closely monitor…The nurse is caring for a client with acute renal colic due to kidney stones. Which medication would the nurse…A client is admitted with acute renal failure. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse expect to observe…Which of the following is a symptom of an upper gastrointestinal bleed?Which of the following is a symptom of bladder cancer?A patient with heart failure is prescribed spironolactone (Aldactone). The nurse understands that the primary therapeutic effect of spironolactone is:What is the recommended daily fluid intake for a patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD)?What is a potential complication of untreated appendicitis?A client with acute pancreatitis is admitted to the hospital. Which intervention should the nurse implement to promote pain relief?The nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client with hypothyroidism prescribed levothyroxine (Synthroid). What instruction should the nurse include?The nurse is caring for a client with cholecystitis. Which dietary recommendation should the nurse provide to the client?A client with liver cirrhosis is experiencing ascites. Which dietary modification should the nurse recommend to manage this conditionWhich of the following is a common symptom of a urinary tract infection (UTI)?Which type of seizure is characterized by sudden, brief, and isolated muscle contractions, often involving a brief loss of consciousness?A client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed methotrexate. The nurse should monitor the client for which adverse effect?Which medication is commonly prescribed for the treatment of constipation?A client with chronic kidney disease is prescribed calcium carbonate. Which instruction should the nurse include in the teaching plan?Which medication is commonly prescribed to treat urinary tract infections?What is the primary function of the bladder?A client with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is receiving hemodialysis. Which finding indicates a complication during dialysis?The nurse is caring for a client with hyperthyroidism experiencing thyroid storm. Which intervention is the priority?The nurse is assessing a client with nephrotic syndrome. Which laboratory finding should the nurse anticipate?What is the recommended dietary restriction for a patient with heart failure and fluid overload?A client with diabetic nephropathy is prescribed an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. The nurse understands that the primary therapeutic effect…The nurse is caring for a client with a suspected upper gastrointestinal bleed. Which assessment finding indicates a complication of…What is the first-line medication for treating acute angina episodes?The nurse is caring for a client with suspected gastric cancer. Which diagnostic test should the nurse anticipate to confirm…Which of the following statements regarding epilepsy is true?A patient with hypertension is prescribed an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). The nurse instructs the patient that this medication…Which hormone is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?Which of the following is a common symptom of osteoarthritisA client with a history of osteoporosis is prescribed alendronate (Fosamax). The nurse instructs the client to:A client with liver cirrhosis is at risk for developing which hematological complicationA client with renal failure is undergoing continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). Which assessment finding indicates a need for intervention?Which of the following is a risk factor for developing coronary artery disease (CAD)?What is the primary cause of peptic ulcers?The nurse is caring for a client with atrial fibrillation. Which medication should the nurse anticipate being prescribed to help…What condition is caused by excess production of growth hormone in adults?A client with osteoarthritis asks the nurse about ways to manage joint pain. Which recommendation is most appropriate?A client with a history of rheumatoid arthritis presents with symptoms of joint inflammation and pain. Which laboratory test is…A client with chronic renal failure is prescribed erythropoietin therapy. Which laboratory value would the nurse monitor most closely during…What is the primary difference between absence seizures and complex partial seizures?