Sample NLE Questions and Answers in MSN
Nursing Board Exam Review Questions in MSN Part 9/10
1. Among the following, which client is autotransfusion possible?
a. Client with AIDS
b. Client with ruptured bowel
c. Client who is in danger of cardiac arrest
d. Client with wound infection
2. Which of the following is not a sign of thromboembolism?
a. Edema
b. Swelling
c. Redness
d. Coolness
3. Nurse Becky is caring for client who begins to experience seizure while in bed. Which action should the nurse implement to prevent aspiration?
a. Position the client on the side with head flexed forward
b. Elevate the head
c. Use tongue depressor between teeth
d. Loosen restrictive clothing
4. A client has undergone bone biopsy. Which nursing action should the nurse provide after the procedure?
a. Administer analgesics via IM
b. Monitor vital signs
c. Monitor the site for bleeding, swelling and hematoma formation
d. Keep area in neutral position
5. A client is suffering from low back pain. Which of the following exercises will strengthen the lower back muscle of the client?
a. Tennis
b. Basketball
c. Diving
d. Swimming
6. A client with peptic ulcer is being assessed by the nurse for gastrointestinal perforation. The nurse should monitor for:
a. (+) guaiac stool test
b. Slow, strong pulse
c. Sudden, severe abdominal pain
d. Increased bowel sounds
7. A client has undergone surgery for retinal detachment. Which of the following goal should be prioritized?
a. Prevent an increase intraocular pressure
b. Alleviate pain
c. Maintain darkened room
d. Promote low-sodium diet
8. A Client with glaucoma has been prescribed with miotics. The nurse is aware that miotics is for:
a. Constricting pupil
b. Relaxing ciliary muscle
c. Constricting intraocular vessel
d. Paralyzing ciliary muscle
9. When suctioning an unconscious client, which nursing intervention should the nurse prioritize in maintaining cerebral perfusion?
a. Administer diuretics
b. Administer analgesics
c. Provide hygiene
d. Hyperoxygenate before and after suctioning
10. When discussing breathing exercises with a postoperative client, Nurse Hazel should include which of the following teaching?
a. Short frequent breaths
b. Exhale with mouth open
c. Exercise twice a day
d. Place hand on the abdomen and feel it rise
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