NCLEX-RN Practice Test

NCLEX-RN Practice Test practice questions, page 19 of 35, with answer review and explanations.

Question 91

A 55-year-old man is admitted to the hospital with complaints of fatigue, jaundice, anorexia, and clay-colored stools. His admitting diagnosis is "rule out hepatitis." Laboratory studies reveal elevated liver enzymes and bilirubin. In obtaining his health history, the nurse should assess his potential for exposure to hepatitis. Which of the following represents a high-risk group for contracting this disease?

  1. Heterosexual males
  2. Oncology nurses
  3. American Indians
  4. Jehovah’s Witnesses

Question 92

A diagnosis of hepatitis C is confirmed by a male clients physician. The nurse should be knowledgeable of the differences between hepatitis A, B, and C. Which of the following are characteristics of hepatitis C?

  1. The potential for chronic liver disease is minimal.
  2. The onset of symptoms is abrupt.
  3. The incubation period is 2–26 weeks.
  4. There is an effective vaccine for hepatitis B, but not for hepatitis C.

Question 93

The nurse is aware that nutrition is an important aspect of care for a client with hepatitis. Which of the following diets would be most therapeutic?

  1. High protein and low carbohydrate
  2. Low calorie and low protein
  3. High carbohydrate and high calorie
  4. Low carbohydrate and high calorie

Question 94

Which of the following nursing orders should be included in the plan of care for a client with hepatitis C?

  1. The nurse should use universal precautions when obtaining blood samples.
  2. Total bed rest should be maintained until the client is asymptomatic.
  3. The client should be instructed to maintain a low semi-Fowler position when eating meals.
  4. The nurse should administer an alcohol backrub at bedtime.

Question 95

Which of the following should be included in discharge teaching for a client with hepatitis C?

  1. He should take aspirin as needed for muscle and joint pain.
  2. He may become a blood donor when his liver enzymes return to normal.
  3. He should avoid alcoholic beverages during his recovery period.
  4. He should use disposable dishes for eating and drinking.