NCLEX-RN Practice Test

NCLEX-RN Practice Test practice questions, page 25 of 35, with answer review and explanations.

Question 121

Following a gastric resection, which of the following actions would the nurse reinforce with the client in order to alleviate the distress from dumping syndrome?

  1. Eating three large meals a day
  2. Drinking small amounts of liquids with meals
  3. Taking a long walk after meals
  4. Eating a low-carbohydrate diet

Question 122

Azulfidine (Sulfasalazine) may be ordered for a client who has ulcerative colitis. Which of the following is a nursing implication for this drug?

  1. Limit fluids to 500 mL/day.
  2. Administer 2 hours before meals.
  3. Observe for skin rash and diarrhea.
  4. Monitor blood pressure, pulse.

Question 123

Other drugs may be ordered to manage a client’s ulcerative colitis. Which of the following medications, if ordered, would the nurse question?

  1. Methylprednisolone sodium succinate (Solu-Medrol)
  2. Loperamide (Imodium)
  3. Psyllium
  4. 6-Mercaptopurine

Question 124

A male client is scheduled for a liver biopsy. In preparing him for this test, the nurse should:

  1. Explain that he will be kept NPO for 24 hours before the exam
  2. Practice with him so he will be able to hold his breath for 1 minute
  3. Explain that he will be receiving a laxative to prevent a distended bowel from applying pressure on the liver
  4. Explain that his vital signs will be checked frequently after the test

Question 125

After a liver biopsy, the best position for the client is:

  1. High Fowler
  2. Prone
  3. Supine
  4. Right lateral