Sample Questions and Answers
A 30-year-old woman with a history of migraines is prescribed a new oral contraceptive. Which of the following is the most important teaching point?
- A) Stop the medication if you develop a headache.
- B) You may experience nausea, but this will subside.
- C) This medication may increase the risk of blood clots.
- D) You should monitor your blood pressure regularly.
Answer: C) This medication may increase the risk of blood clots.
A nurse is teaching a 25-year-old client about stress management. Which of the following is the most effective method to reduce stress?
- A) Engaging in deep breathing exercises.
- B) Watching television to relax.
- C) Reducing work hours.
- D) Taking medication as prescribed.
Answer: A) Engaging in deep breathing exercises.
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect when assessing a 35-year-old client with hypertension?
- A) Rapid pulse
- B) Decreased urination
- C) Headache
- D) Skin pallor
Answer: C) Headache
A 28-year-old male client reports frequent episodes of heartburn. Which lifestyle modification should the nurse recommend first?
- A) Avoid eating before bedtime.
- B) Increase intake of carbonated drinks.
- C) Begin a low-fat diet.
- D) Avoid taking over-the-counter antacids.
Answer: A) Avoid eating before bedtime.
A 30-year-old client asks the nurse for advice on pregnancy prevention. Which method of contraception is contraindicated in women with a history of blood clots?
- A) Diaphragm
- B) Intrauterine device (IUD)
- C) Oral contraceptives
- D) Male condoms
Answer: C) Oral contraceptives
A nurse is educating a 25-year-old woman about the importance of regular Pap smears. At what age should women start having Pap smears according to current guidelines?
- A) 18 years old
- B) 21 years old
- C) 25 years old
- D) 30 years old
Answer: B) 21 years old
A 29-year-old client with a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes is learning about blood glucose monitoring. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching plan?
- A) Monitor blood glucose before and after each meal.
- B) Blood glucose should be checked at least once a week.
- C) Glucose should be monitored at the same time every day.
- D) Use a lancet with a deep puncture to get a blood sample.
Answer: A) Monitor blood glucose before and after each meal.
A 33-year-old woman in her second trimester of pregnancy is concerned about gaining too much weight. What is the recommended weight gain during pregnancy for women with a normal pre-pregnancy weight?
- A) 15-20 pounds
- B) 20-25 pounds
- C) 25-35 pounds
- D) 30-40 pounds
Answer: C) 25-35 pounds
A 30-year-old male client is diagnosed with chronic stress. Which intervention is most appropriate to reduce the risk of long-term health problems associated with stress?
- A) Administering anti-anxiety medications.
- B) Encouraging regular exercise.
- C) Suggesting alcohol consumption to manage stress.
- D) Reducing sleep duration for increased productivity.
Answer: B) Encouraging regular exercise.
A nurse is teaching a 35-year-old client about self-breast examination. Which of the following instructions should be included?
- A) Perform the exam every 6 months.
- B) Examine the breasts just before your period.
- C) Perform the exam at the same time each month.
- D) Perform the exam immediately after a shower.
Answer: C) Perform the exam at the same time each month.
A 40-year-old woman with a history of smoking asks the nurse how often she should have a mammogram. What is the recommended screening schedule for women aged 40-49 years?
- A) Every 6 months
- B) Annually
- C) Every 2 years
- D) Every 3 years
Answer: B) Annually
A 32-year-old woman is diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia. Which food should the nurse recommend to increase iron intake?
- A) Chicken
- B) Spinach
- C) Whole wheat bread
- D) Bananas
Answer: B) Spinach
Which is an early sign of a myocardial infarction in a 45-year-old male client?
- A) Sudden onset of pain in the chest radiating to the jaw.
- B) Pain in the lower abdomen.
- C) Increased heart rate and hypertension.
- D) Severe shortness of breath only.
Answer: A) Sudden onset of pain in the chest radiating to the jaw.
A nurse is assessing a 36-year-old client with a history of chronic alcohol use. Which of the following findings should the nurse anticipate?
- A) Increased blood pressure
- B) Increased appetite
- C) Decreased blood sugar levels
- D) Decreased liver function
Answer: A) Increased blood pressure
A 28-year-old woman is concerned about osteoporosis. Which of the following should the nurse recommend to help prevent this condition?
- A) High-calcium diet
- B) Avoiding weight-bearing exercises
- C) Increased caffeine intake
- D) Decreased vitamin D intake
Answer: A) High-calcium diet
A 40-year-old male client has recently been diagnosed with hypertension. What is the primary goal of treatment?
- A) Increase blood flow to the brain.
- B) Decrease blood pressure to prevent complications.
- C) Maintain normal cholesterol levels.
- D) Decrease weight rapidly.
Answer: B) Decrease blood pressure to prevent complications.
A nurse is caring for a 30-year-old male who is recovering from a knee injury. What is the best intervention to promote rehabilitation?
- A) Encourage weight-bearing exercises.
- B) Instruct the client to rest and avoid all movement.
- C) Encourage the client to engage in cardiovascular exercises.
- D) Suggest using heat therapy for the injury.
Answer: A) Encourage weight-bearing exercises.
A nurse is teaching a 35-year-old male about smoking cessation. Which of the following should be the first goal in the smoking cessation process?
- A) Reducing the number of cigarettes smoked each day.
- B) Identifying triggers for smoking.
- C) Starting an exercise program.
- D) Discussing possible medications.
Answer: B) Identifying triggers for smoking.
A nurse is educating a 32-year-old male about testicular cancer. Which statement indicates the client understands the teaching?
- A) “I should perform the testicular self-exam once a year.”
- B) “I should perform the testicular self-exam right after a warm bath.”
- C) “I should only perform the exam if I notice pain in my testicles.”
- D) “Testicular cancer is not common in young men.”
Answer: B) “I should perform the testicular self-exam right after a warm bath.”
A 29-year-old female client with chronic back pain asks about the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Which of the following is an important teaching point?
- A) NSAIDs can lead to gastrointestinal bleeding.
- B) NSAIDs can increase the risk of kidney disease.
- C) NSAIDs should be taken on an empty stomach for best absorption.
- D) NSAIDs should not be used for more than 1 week.
Answer: A) NSAIDs can lead to gastrointestinal bleeding.
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