1.
A nurse is caring for a patient who is hospitalized for a total hip replacement. The nurse should be concerned about which complication?
2.
A nurse is teaching a new mother about postpartum depression. Which symptom is most concerning and requires immediate attention?
3.
A nurse is teaching a patient about sertraline. Which side effect should the patient monitor for?
4.
A nurse is caring for a patient after a total knee replacement. Which intervention promotes mobility and prevents complications?
5.
A nurse is teaching a new mother about breastfeeding. Which teaching is most important?
6.
A nurse is teaching a patient about atorvastatin. Which parameter requires monitoring?
7.
A nurse is caring for a patient post-total hip replacement. Which action should be avoided?
8.
A nurse is teaching a mother about postpartum depression. Which symptom is common?
9.
A nurse is teaching a patient about lisinopril. Which adverse effect should be monitored?
10.
A nurse is caring for a patient after a total knee replacement. Which intervention promotes healing?
11.
A nurse is teaching a new mother about breastfeeding. Which instruction is essential?
12.
A nurse is teaching a patient about metoprolol. Which side effect should the patient monitor for?
13.
A patient post-total hip replacement should avoid which of the following?
14.
A nurse is teaching a new mother about postpartum depression. Which symptom is common?
15.
A nurse is teaching a patient prescribed furosemide. What should the nurse teach the patient to monitor?
16.
A patient recovering from knee replacement surgery should be encouraged to:
17.
A nurse is teaching a new mother about breastfeeding. Which instruction is most important?
18.
A nurse is teaching a patient about atorvastatin. Which side effect requires reporting?
19.
A nurse is assigned to a patient scheduled for an above-the-knee amputation. Which preoperative action ensures safety?
20.
A patient underwent a craniotomy for a blood clot. Which is a desired outcome 24 hours post-op?
21.
A conscious trauma patient presents with gasping, anxiety, and deviated trachea. What is the likely diagnosis?
22.
Three days after surgery, a patient has fever, hypotension, and elevated WBC. What complication is suspected?
23.
A home care nurse reviews lab results for a postpartum C-section patient. Which finding indicates wound infection?
24.
A 32-year-old woman presents 14 days after C-section with chest pain, dyspnea, and hypoxemia. Which complication is most likely?
25.
A nurse is caring for a patient receiving digoxin. Which finding requires withholding the medication?
26.
A nurse is caring for a patient with chest trauma. The patient has absent breath sounds on the left side and tracheal deviation to the right. What is the priority intervention?
27.
Which laboratory test is the most specific indicator of myocardial infarction?
28.
A patient with heart failure is prescribed digoxin. Which finding should prompt the nurse to hold the medication?
29.
A nurse is teaching a patient prescribed warfarin. Which statement indicates understanding?
30.
Which dietary instruction is most important for a patient with celiac disease?
31.
A patient with COPD is receiving oxygen therapy. Which oxygen delivery device provides the most precise concentration of oxygen?
32.
Which clinical manifestation is most concerning in a patient with acute pancreatitis?
33.
A patient receiving chemotherapy is at risk for neutropenia. Which instruction should the nurse give?
34.
Which electrolyte imbalance is most likely to cause cardiac arrhythmias?
35.
Which finding indicates peritoneal dialysis is effective?
36.
A nurse is teaching a patient with Addison’s disease about hydrocortisone therapy. Which instruction is correct?
37.
Which finding is most critical in a patient with a thyroid storm?
38.
Which insulin has the fastest onset of action?
39.
A patient with cirrhosis is at risk for hepatic encephalopathy. Which dietary restriction helps prevent this complication?
40.
A nurse is caring for a patient with Guillain-Barré syndrome. Which complication is the priority?
41.
Which vaccine is contraindicated in a pregnant woman?
42.
Which nursing intervention is most appropriate for a patient experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure?
43.
Which clinical manifestation is most typical of myasthenia gravis?
44.
What is the priority assessment for a patient with Guillain-Barré syndrome?
45.
Which condition is a complication of long-term uncontrolled hypertension?
46.
Which dietary instruction should be given to a patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD)?
47.
A patient with hypoglycemia will most likely present with which manifestation?
48.
Which clinical sign indicates increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
49.
Which blood test result confirms iron-deficiency anemia?
50.
A patient on chemotherapy develops stomatitis. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?
51.
Which laboratory value is most important to monitor for a patient receiving heparin therapy?
52.
A patient with heart failure is prescribed digoxin. Which finding should prompt the nurse to hold the medication?
53.
A nurse is teaching a patient prescribed warfarin. Which statement indicates understanding?
54.
Which dietary instruction is most important for a patient with celiac disease?
55.
A patient with COPD is receiving oxygen therapy. Which oxygen delivery device provides the most precise concentration of oxygen?
56.
Which clinical manifestation is most concerning in a patient with acute pancreatitis?
57.
A patient receiving chemotherapy is at risk for neutropenia. Which instruction should the nurse give?
58.
Which electrolyte imbalance is most likely to cause cardiac arrhythmias?
59.
A nurse is teaching a patient with Addison’s disease about hydrocortisone therapy. Which instruction is correct?
60.
Which finding indicates peritoneal dialysis is effective?
61.
Which finding is most critical in a patient with a thyroid storm?
62.
Which insulin has the fastest onset of action?
63.
A patient with cirrhosis is at risk for hepatic encephalopathy. Which dietary restriction helps prevent this complication?
64.
A nurse is caring for a patient with Guillain-Barré syndrome. Which complication is the priority?
65.
Which vaccine is contraindicated in a pregnant woman?
66.
Which nursing intervention is most appropriate for a patient experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure?
67.
Which clinical manifestation is most typical of myasthenia gravis?
68.
What is the priority assessment for a patient with Guillain-Barré syndrome?
69.
Which condition is a complication of long-term uncontrolled hypertension?
70.
Which dietary instruction should be given to a patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD)?
71.
A patient with hypoglycemia will most likely present with which manifestation?
72.
Which clinical sign indicates increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
73.
Which blood test result confirms iron-deficiency anemia?
74.
A patient on chemotherapy develops stomatitis. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?
75.
Which laboratory value is most important to monitor for a patient receiving heparin therapy?
76.
Which assessment finding indicates hypocalcemia?
77.
A nurse should hold a loop diuretic (e.g., furosemide) if which finding is present?
78.
Which nursing action helps prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP)?
79.
What is the antidote for opioid overdose?
80.
Which ECG change is most characteristic of hypokalemia?
81.
A patient with burns covering 30% of the body surface is at greatest risk for which complication in the first 24 hours?
82.
Which drug is used to treat anaphylaxis?
83.
Which symptom is expected in a patient with hyperthyroidism?
84.
Which patient is at greatest risk for developing a pulmonary embolism?
85.
What is the normal range for serum sodium?
86.
Which nursing intervention helps prevent pressure injuries in immobile patients?
87.
Which finding is most concerning in a patient with peritoneal dialysis?
88.
Which vaccine is given at birth?
89.
Which nursing intervention is most important for a patient receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN)?
90.
Which electrolyte imbalance is most associated with muscle weakness and constipation?
91.
Which precaution is necessary for a patient with tuberculosis?
92.
Which is the first sign of hypoxia?
93.
Which type of isolation is required for a patient with Clostridium difficile infection?
94.
Which medication is given to prevent seizures in a patient with preeclampsia?
95.
Which symptom indicates left-sided heart failure?
96.
Which drug is the antidote for benzodiazepine overdose?
97.
Which is the most reliable indicator of pain?
98.
What is the primary nursing action for a patient with suspected cervical spine injury?
99.
Which blood product is used to treat thrombocytopenia?
100.
Which symptom is expected in a patient with hypokalemia?
101.
Which nursing action is essential during blood transfusion?
102.
Which sign indicates hypomagnesemia?
103.
Which diet is recommended for a patient with diverticulosis?
104.
Which medication is contraindicated in a patient with peptic ulcer disease?
105.
Which nursing intervention helps reduce intracranial pressure (ICP)?
106.
Which assessment finding suggests hypovolemic shock?
107.
Which condition requires droplet precautions?
108.
Which assessment finding is most concerning after thyroidectomy?
109.
Which finding suggests digoxin toxicity?
110.
Which IV fluid is used for hypovolemic shock?
111.
Which complication is associated with long-term corticosteroid use?
112.
Which lab test monitors long-term blood glucose control in diabetes?
113.
Which sign indicates hypoglycemia in a newborn?
114.
Which action is a priority for a patient with a suspected spinal cord injury at the scene of an accident?
115.
Which position is recommended for a patient after liver biopsy?
116.
Which symptom is typical of right-sided heart failure?
117.
Which drug is given to treat hyperkalemia with ECG changes?
118.
Which electrolyte imbalance is most common in patients receiving NG suction?
119.
Which patient should the nurse assess first?
120.
Which finding suggests compartment syndrome?
121.
Which dietary instruction should be given to a patient taking MAOI antidepressants?
122.
Which assessment finding is a priority in a patient with pulmonary edema?
123.
Which drug is used to reverse warfarin toxicity?
124.
Which is the most reliable indicator of dehydration in elderly patients?
125.
Which nursing action is a priority for a patient experiencing anaphylactic shock?
126.
A nurse is caring for a patient who is in the hospital for a total knee replacement. The nurse should be concerned about the patient developing which of the following?
127.
A nurse is teaching a new mother about breastfeeding. The nurse should teach the mother to do which of the following?
128.
A nurse is teaching a patient about a new prescription for lisinopril. The nurse should teach the patient to monitor for which of the following?
129.
A nurse is caring for a patient who is in the hospital for a total hip replacement. The nurse should encourage the patient to do which of the following?
130.
A nurse is teaching a new mother about postpartum depression. The nurse should teach the mother to monitor for which of the following?
131.
The patient presents to the hospital voicing a concern about being exposed to Hepatitis A (HAV) 1 week prior. Upon questioning, the nurse finds the patient purchased food from a person recently diagnosed with HAV. The nurse would be most correct when instructing the patient that:
132.
A patient scheduled for an abdominal aneurysm repair. The nurse knows that the patient is at risk for which of the following?
133.
A nurse is caring for a patient with a closed head injury who is at risk for developing increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Which of the following should the nurse plan to do?
134.
A patient with a head injury and a nursing diagnosis of risk for ineffective breathing pattern has an order for a ventriculostomy to monitor intracranial pressure. The nurse would prepare to assist with the placement of the ventriculostomy in which of the following?
135.
The nurse is preparing to administer medication to a patient. The prescription reads: 5 ml PO TID p.c. meals. The nurse explains to the patient that the correct way to take the medication is:
136.
A patient with poor wound healing and poor appetite has an order to begin total parenteral nutrition (TPN). The nurse knows the TPN solution will be administered via which of the following?
137.
A nurse is caring for a patient with a history of heart failure who reports shortness of breath, cough, and profuse perspiration. Inspiratory and expiratory wheezing and bubbling sounds are auscultated. The patient is diagnosed with acute pulmonary edema. What should the nurse do FIRST?
138.
A healthy 26-year-old patient is at 39-weeks gestation with a positive Group B Streptococcus (GBS) culture. The nurse should be prepared to administer which of the following?
139.
A nurse is caring for a patient who is in the hospital for a total knee replacement. Which complication should the nurse monitor for first?
140.
A nurse is teaching a new mother about breastfeeding. The nurse should teach the mother to do which of the following?
141.
A nurse is teaching a patient about a new prescription for lisinopril. The nurse should teach the patient to monitor for which of the following?
142.
A nurse is caring for a patient who is in the hospital for a total hip replacement. The nurse should teach the patient to avoid which of the following?
143.
A nurse is teaching a new mother about postpartum depression. The nurse should teach the mother to monitor for which of the following?
144.
A nurse is teaching a patient about a new prescription for metformin. The nurse should teach the patient to monitor for which of the following?
145.
A nurse is caring for a patient who is in the hospital for a total knee replacement. The nurse should encourage the patient to do which of the following?
146.
A nurse is teaching a new mother about breastfeeding. The nurse should teach the mother to do which of the following?
147.
A nurse is teaching a patient about a new prescription for aripiprazole. The nurse should teach the patient to monitor for which of the following?
148.
A nurse is caring for a patient who is in the hospital for a total hip replacement. The nurse should teach the patient to avoid which of the following?
149.
A nurse is teaching a new mother about postpartum depression. The nurse should teach the mother to monitor for which of the following?
150.
A nurse is teaching a patient about a new prescription for sertraline. The nurse should teach the patient to monitor for which of the following?
