NR325 Adult Health II ME Practice Test

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• In sickle cell crisis, oxygen therapy is indicated when the patient is what?
• In the treatment of hyperkalemia, which statement correctly describes the effect of insulin?
• Which task should the RN NOT delegate to a UAP for a stable patient?
• Pulseless ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation: treatment?
• What is the biggest neurological danger in severe hyponatremia?
• A fracture with severe pain out of proportion and pain with passive stretch suggests which complication?
• In primary hypothyroidism, which statement best describes the pattern of TSH and thyroid hormones?
• Who is responsible for explaining risks, benefits, and alternatives for informed consent?
• Which step is performed during tracheal suctioning after catheter insertion?
• In Parkinson disease, which swallowing-related issue may occur?
• Stage 2 pressure injury findings include which of the following?
• During tracheal suctioning, which parameters should be monitored?
• Where should a chest tube drainage system be kept?
• What is the purpose of lactulose in hepatic encephalopathy?
• Severe hypoglycemia with unconsciousness or an inability to swallow—what is the appropriate treatment?
• NG tube connected to suction: what should the nurse monitor?
• Which lab finding is commonly elevated in appendicitis?
• Which statement is true regarding hepatitis vaccines?
• Who remains accountable when delegating tasks to UAP for a stable patient?
• When reversing opioid-induced respiratory depression, which should be prioritized?
• Which set of symptoms is most characteristic of hyperthyroidism?
• Which action is specifically contraindicated on the arm with an AV fistula?
• Which of the following is a classic manifestation of Parkinson disease?
• In acute pulmonary edema due to heart failure, what is the immediate priority?
• Which statement best describes ulcerative colitis characteristics?
• Which measure helps prevent skin breakdown around an enteric tube?
• Which diagnostic step is commonly used to evaluate suspected DVT in the leg?
• Before giving a medication, which item should the nurse review to prevent an allergic reaction?
• Cirrhosis with confusion and asterixis indicates which condition?
• Can a competent patient refuse treatment?
• What is the correct order of the basic nursing priority framework?
• Which statement describes the priority treatment for bowel obstruction?
• Spinal cord injury at T6 or above with severe hypertension and pounding headache is most consistent with which condition?
• Cloudy peritoneal dialysis effluent indicates which complication?
• In a patient with cirrhosis who presents with confusion and asterixis, what is the likely diagnosis?
• Nitroglycerin must be used with caution in patients taking which type of medication?
• Which breathing technique is helpful for COPD to keep small airways open?
• Which assessment finding is classic for acute cholecystitis?
• In pancreatitis, which action is emphasized to monitor progression and complications?
• Which symptom is commonly described in myocardial infarction?
• Which condition is caused by too much cortisol?
• Unstageable pressure injury means what?
• Which practice helps prevent infection when administering total parenteral nutrition?
• In hepatic encephalopathy, what indicates improvement when using lactulose?
• In CKD, phosphate binders are used to
• During a seizure, which action is NOT recommended?
• Intrarenal AKI is characterized by direct kidney tissue damage. Which of the following is an intrarenal cause?
• Which statement best describes ulcerative colitis?
• Telemetry suddenly shows a dangerous rhythm. What should the nurse do FIRST?
• Hospice care is best described as which focus?
• An unconscious patient with suspected hypoglycemia should be treated with which?
• Which acid-base disorder is indicated by a low pH with a high PaCO2?
• What is a major safety rule when infusing potassium IV?
• Severe pain with passive movement after fracture is most suggestive of which complication?
• Which finding suggests perforation or peritonitis in bowel obstruction?
• What is the purpose of obtaining a noncontrast CT in suspected acute stroke?
• Which electrolyte abnormality commonly occurs in CKD and can cause peaked T waves?
• Which is a major fluid and electrolyte concern for an ileostomy?
• Which complication is a major risk associated with central venous catheters used for TPN?
• What tests are important for suspected myocardial infarction?
• Under the nursing priority framework, after addressing Airway, Breathing, and Circulation, which principle guides task prioritization?
• Which inflammatory bowel disease can potentially be cured by colectomy?
• DVT: NOT a typical finding?
• Which of the following is an early finding of bowel obstruction?
• Which nursing intervention is appropriate preoperatively for appendicitis?
• An SCI at or above T6 who has a pounding headache and severe hypertension is most consistent with which condition?
• Which of the following is a postrenal cause of AKI?
• After bronchoscopy, when can the patient eat or drink?
• After stopping the transfusion due to a suspected reaction, which steps should be taken next?
• Compartment syndrome is considered what type of medical emergency?
• Which statement describes the urgency of a potential massive GI hemorrhage?
• What precaution is recommended for patients with thrombocytopenia?
• Suspected DVT: what should the nurse NOT do?
• Which condition is most typically associated with ketosis and metabolic acidosis?
• Which symptom is characteristic of autonomic dysreflexia in patients with high-level spinal cord injuries?
• Which statement best differentiates palliative care from hospice?
• Which statement about Cullen sign and Grey Turner sign is true?
• CKD causes anemia primarily because the kidneys produce less of which hormone?
• In primary hypothyroidism, which laboratory pattern is expected?
• Which acid-base disorder is indicated by a low pH with a low HCO3-?
• Which of the following is an intrarenal AKI cause?
• In cirrhosis with confusion and asterixis, which diagnosis is most likely?
• In multiple sclerosis, which factor can temporarily worsen neurologic symptoms?
• Cloudy effluent in peritoneal dialysis indicates which condition?
• A patient receiving a blood transfusion develops chills, dyspnea, and back pain; what is the FIRST action?
• Before administering nitroglycerin, what critical assessment must the nurse perform?
• Which medication is a major therapy to recognize in the management of Parkinson disease?
• Which neurovascular finding should be assessed in a suspected fracture?
• Severe hyperkalemia: why give IV calcium?
• What is a primary nursing consideration in the care of a patient with hypothermia?
• Which acid-base disorder is indicated by a high pH with a low PaCO2?
• Autonomic dysreflexia—what is the FIRST nursing action?
• In a conscious diabetic patient with a blood glucose less than 70 mg/dL, what is the recommended initial treatment approach?
• Prerenal AKI is most commonly caused by which of the following?
• Which practice is essential in preventing C. difficile transmission?
• Which of the following is a common manifestation of portal hypertension in cirrhosis?
• Which intervention is a primary preventive measure for postoperative atelectasis?
• In Addisonian crisis, what is the initial treatment?
• In Addison disease, which electrolyte abnormality may occur?
• Classic ECG finding in hyperkalemia?
• Which finding is most characteristic of left-sided heart failure?
• Which statement correctly pairs heart failure side with its primary effect?
• Which item is part of baseline preoperative assessment?
• In severe hyperkalemia, which statement about IV calcium is true?
• Which group is more likely to have atypical myocardial infarction symptoms?
• Which management step is commonly considered after stabilization in acute cholecystitis?
• Which sign is commonly associated with the metabolic acidosis of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
• Which of the following represents the expected symptom pattern for hypothyroidism?
• What is the best indicator of short-term fluid status change in heart failure?
• Which statement best differentiates dementia from delirium?
• Which emergency condition is characterized by very high fever, severe tachycardia, and agitation?
• Which of the following is a hallmark of ulcerative colitis?
• Which patient should generally be assessed first in a clinical setting?
• Which signs indicate potential airway compromise in a burn patient?
• In suspected ischemic stroke, which time-related information is most important for determining eligibility for reperfusion therapy?
• Pulmonary embolism: in suspected cases, what is the immediate priority?
• Which scenarios require airborne precautions and PPE such as N95?
• Which inflammatory bowel disease commonly causes fistulas and strictures?
• Which intervention is included in the major nursing management of a sickle cell crisis?
• Why shouldn't high-dextrose total parenteral nutrition (TPN) be abruptly discontinued?
• In thrombocytopenia, what is the major clinical concern?
• Pressure injury Stage 1 is characterized by which finding?
• What is the first step in performing open tracheal suctioning?
• Which intervention best prevents atelectasis after surgery?
• Which feature is NOT typical of Crohn's disease?
• When peritoneal dialysis isn’t draining properly, what should you check first?
• Pink frothy sputum in a patient with heart failure is most indicative of which condition?
• In the treatment of DKA, why can potassium fall as insulin therapy is started?
• Which of the following is a common cause of hypokalemia?
• Which are the appropriate monitoring parameters when treating hyperkalemia with insulin and dextrose?
• Besides epinephrine, what is a priority in the management of anaphylaxis?
• DVT: what is the major danger if a clot travels to the lungs?
• Should a chest tube be routinely clamped?
• Hypernatremia commonly presents with which combination of findings?
• What is the first-line medication for anaphylaxis?
• What is the first priority in managing a burn patient?
• What are nursing priorities in the management of acute pancreatitis?
• In a stroke patient with dysphagia, what is the greatest risk to prevent?
• Which pattern is characteristic of primary hyperthyroidism?
• Which action is appropriate for a nurse regarding informed consent?
• Which acid-base disorder is indicated by a high pH with a high HCO3-?
• Which step ensures the correct patient/procedure/site?
• Which electrolyte abnormality is commonly associated with Addison disease?
• During DKA management, why is frequent potassium monitoring essential?
• A patient with heart failure and acute dyspnea with crackles and pink frothy sputum most likely has which condition?
• In a patient with cirrhosis presenting with hematemesis and hypotension, which diagnosis is most suspected?
• For diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), what treatment is usually started first?
• Which statement best differentiates DKA from HHS?
• In carbidopa/levodopa therapy for Parkinson disease, what is the role of carbidopa?
• A newly created stoma appears black or dusky. What is the most urgent concern?
• Which antidote is used to reverse opioid-induced respiratory depression?
• A patient with AKI develops peaked T waves. Which electrolyte abnormality is most likely?
• Which is a primary preoperative nursing priority?
• After giving a pain medication, what important nursing action comes next?
• Peaked T waves in acute kidney injury indicate which electrolyte abnormality?
• Which stoma color change indicates potential ischemia requiring prompt evaluation?
• Immediate postoperative assessment priority?
• After moderate sedation, what are the priority assessments?
• Which feature distinguishes Stage 4 pressure injury from Stage 3?
• Stroke patient: before giving food, fluids, or oral medications, what should the nurse do?
• How do you assess patency of an AV fistula?
• Restraints: most important nursing principle?
• Which option best describes the appropriate nursing response to patient deterioration?
• In appendicitis, which description best matches the classic pain pattern?
• Hypokalemia often presents with which of the following manifestations?
• Which symptom is commonly associated with hypothyroidism?
• Stage 3 pressure injury is defined as which condition?
• In a stroke patient with dysphagia, feeding increases the risk of what complication?
• Right-sided heart failure most commonly presents with which sign?
• Which of the following is NOT a common laboratory change seen in CKD?
• During DKA treatment, what monitoring is essential due to potential rapid potassium changes?
• Which statement best reflects the rule for oral intake in an unconscious patient?
• Which postoperative assessment is important to identify potential complications?
• Hepatitis B is transmitted by which route?
• What is the basic formula for calculating a medication dose?
• A patient who has had thyroid surgery develops stridor. Which is the priority?
• Which electrolyte abnormality is a known major complication of AKI?
• In a patient with cirrhosis and ascites, which parameter is commonly monitored to assess fluid status?
• In peritoneal dialysis, which combination of signs should prompt prompt reporting?
• With insulin in hyperkalemia management, which statement is true?
• What is the first action in response to a suspected transfusion reaction?
• What is a life-threatening complication of ulcerative colitis?
• If a previously stable patient suddenly deteriorates, what is the nurse's priority?
• Postrenal AKI is caused by
• CKD commonly leads to which acid-base disorder due to decreased acid excretion?
• CKD phosphate binders should be taken with
• Absent bruit or thrill in an arteriovenous fistula during hemodialysis suggests what?
• Which of the following are expected findings in fluid overload?
• Which finding suggests rupture/perforation in appendicitis?
• Which sign is most specifically associated with retroperitoneal hemorrhage in acute pancreatitis?
• Which assessment best tracks fluid status in cirrhosis with ascites?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a major trigger of a sickle cell crisis?
• Which laboratory pattern is typical of primary hyperthyroidism?
• Which of the following should be monitored with an NG suction?
• Which breath odor is classically associated with diabetic ketoacidosis?
• Which action is contraindicated in suspected appendicitis?
• Stridor developing after thyroidectomy is most concerning for which emergency?
• What is a major complication of cirrhosis?
• Which trigger is commonly associated with autonomic dysreflexia in spinal cord injury patients?
• Which inflammatory bowel disease cannot be cured with colectomy?
• Which practice best monitors fluid status in patients with fluid overload?
• Which statement correctly describes cortisol levels in Cushing syndrome?
• Why is evaluating pain relief after analgesia essential?
• If a patient deteriorates during tracheal suctioning, what should the nurse do first?
• What can generally be delegated to UAP for a stable patient?
• Stage 4 pressure injury involves which of the following?
• Which finding is typical of fluid overload?
• Which condition is more characteristic of type 2 diabetes and presents with extreme hyperglycemia, profound dehydration, and neurologic changes with little ketosis?
• Which action is NOT recommended in the management of hypothermia?