Medical Surgery NCLEX Practice Questions
360 questions
A patient experiences sudden, brief muscle contractions that may cause the person to drop items they are holding. What type…Which type of seizure is characterized by sudden, brief episodes of muscle weakness?Which symptom is characteristic of Cushing's syndrome?Which of the following statements best describes an aura in the context of seizures?A client with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is scheduled to undergo hemodialysis. The nurse knows that which of the following…A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is prescribed a low-protein diet. The nurse should instruct the client to limit…The nurse is caring for a client with suspected upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Which assessment finding indicates a potential complication?A client with a spinal cord injury is at risk for developing which complication related to immobilization?Which of the following is a classic symptom of a myocardial infarction (MI) that may be present in women but…The nurse is assessing a client with osteomyelitis. Which finding is characteristic of this condition?A client with osteoporosis should be educated about the importance of adequate intake of which nutrient?During a routine examination, a nurse detects a "click" when performing the Ortolani maneuver on an infant. This finding is…A patient with chronic hepatitis C is prescribed interferon alfa-2b. Which assessment finding indicates a potential complication of this medication?Which hormone is responsible for stimulating milk production in the mammary glands after childbirth?A patient with acute myocardial infarction (MI) is brought to the emergency department. Which of the following interventions should the…Which assessment finding is indicative of a complication in a client with ulcerative colitis?A client with diabetes mellitus is experiencing symptoms of hypoglycemia. What is the priority action by the nurse?Which of the following conditions is characterized by the formation of kidney stones composed of calcium oxalate crystals?A patient is diagnosed with complex partial seizures. Which of the following is a common manifestation of this type of…A patient with hyperaldosteronism is at risk for developing:Which of the following is a potential cause of acute pancreatitisA patient is admitted with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate administering first?A client with chronic renal failure is prescribed calcium carbonate. The nurse knows that the purpose of this medication is…Which intervention should the nurse prioritize when caring for a client experiencing acute pulmonary edema?The nurse is caring for a client with a suspected musculoskeletal infection. Which diagnostic test is most appropriate to confirm…During which phase of a tonic-clonic seizure does the patient exhibit jerking movements?Which type of seizure typically lasts for only a few seconds and is characterized by sudden, brief lapses in consciousness?Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated status epilepticus?Which hormone is responsible for regulating the body's response to long-term stress, such as prolonged illness or injury?Which organ is primarily responsible for the digestion and absorption of nutrients?Which of the following is a common complication of urinary catheterization?A client with pancreatitis is experiencing severe abdominal pain. Which position should the nurse encourage the client to assumeWhich medication is commonly used to treat hypertension in pregnancy?Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating blood sugar levels in the body?A client with a fractured femur is placed in traction. Which assessment finding indicates a potential complication?A client with diabetes mellitus is prescribed metformin. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which potential adverse…What is a characteristic feature of a myoclonic seizure?What is the primary function of the large intestine?A patient with diabetes mellitus is admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize?The nurse is providing discharge teaching to a patient with heart failure prescribed a low-sodium diet. Which of the following…What is a characteristic feature of an absence seizure?The nurse is assessing a client with a suspected musculoskeletal disorder. Which finding should the nurse recognize as indicative of…Which dietary modification is recommended for patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?Which type of seizure is also known as a "drop attack"?During a tonic-clonic seizure, what occurs during the tonic phase?Which of the following laboratory findings would the nurse expect in a patient with hypothyroidism?The nurse is caring for a client with acute glomerulonephritis. Which of the following would the nurse expect to find…A patient with a history of seizures presents to the emergency department with status epilepticus. What is the priority nursing…What type of seizure involves sudden loss of consciousness and falling to the ground without warning?Which of the following dietary restrictions is typically recommended for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD)?