NCLEX Sample Test on Physiological Adaptation [ANSWERS & RATIONALE]
Posted in Physiological Adaptation by Cedric On August 29, 2012
1. A. Failure of the left ventricle to pump effectively causes damming of blood back into the pulmonary circuit, increasing pressure, and causing extravasation of fluid into interstitial spaces and alveoli. 2. D. The halo or “bull’s-eye” sign seen when drainage from
NCLEX Sample Test on Physiological Adaptation
Posted in Physiological Adaptation by admin On August 22, 2012
1. Dyspnea associated with congestive heart failure is primarily due to a. Accumulation of fluid in the interstitial spaces and alveoli of the lungs. b. Compression of lungs by the dilated heart. c. Blockage of a pulmonary artery by an embolus. d. Blockage
Health Promotion and Maintenance NCLEX RN Review
Posted in Health Promotion and Maintenance by Cedric On December 10, 2011
1. A 4 year old with Celiac Disease is in the hospital with an exacerbation of Celiac Crisis due to improper dietary intake. When teaching the mother the dietary restrictions for her child, which of the following foods must be completely eliminated
NCLEX RN Review for Reduction of Risk Potential
Posted in Reduction of Risk Potential by Cedric On November 28, 2011
1. A client’s laboratory results have been returned and the creatinine level is 7 mg/dL. This finding would lead the nurse to place the highest priority on assessing a. Pupillary reflex. b. Intake and output. c. Capillary refill. d. Temperature. 2. A