NCLEX-PN Exam Practice - Question List

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16.

You are caring for the child who has had a tonsillectomy. The physician has written postoperative orders. Which of the following orders would the nurse question?

  1. Clear, cool liquids when awake
  2. No milk or milk products
  3. Monitor for bleeding
  4. Suction every 2 hours
17.

You are monitoring a child who had a tonsillectomy. On assessment, which findings would indicate to you that the child might be bleeding?

  1. Decreased pulse
  2. Elevation in blood pressure
  3. Complaints of discomfort
  4. Frequent swallowing
18.

After a tonsillectomy, your patient begins to vomit. What intervention should be your priority?

  1. Administer antiemetic.
  2. Turn patient to the side.
  3. Notify the physician.
  4. Maintain nothing by mouth status.
19.

When caring for a patient with glaucoma, which of the following would you identify as a risk factor?

  1. Migraine headaches
  2. Urinary tract infections
  3. Cardiovascular disorder
  4. Upper respiratory infections
20.

Which of the following orders would the physician prescribe for the patient with retinal detachment?

  1. Head of bed up 45 degrees
  2. Eye patch to affected eye
  3. Dark glasses to read or watch television
  4. All of the above

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