MED-SURG NCLEX REVIEW
QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE
ANSWERS
What is the best source of information regarding the roles of the LVN/LPN in a medical-
surgical setting? - ANSWERSThe State Board of Nursing
Which of the following are characteristics of an effective leader and manager? (Select
all that apply.) - ANSWERS-Is a role model for staff.
-Focuses on team development
-Motivates and empowers others
When preparing to administer medications, the nurse carefully confirms the drug order
and the patient's identity. This is an example of which ethical principle? -
ANSWERSNonmaleficence
A nurse uses his cell phone to take a photograph with a celebrity patient. The nurse
posts the photograph on social media. This may be considered: - ANSWERSTort
Essential elements of effective delegation by the LVN/LPN include which of the
following? (Select all that apply.) - ANSWERS-Knowledge of each patient's condition
-Compliance with state and institutional policies
-Determination of tasks that can be safely delegated
-Evaluation of the patient's response to the care
Analysis of family interactions reveals that some individuals are frequently labeled as
scapegoats. What function does scapegoating serve in the family? - ANSWERSDiverts
attention from family problems
After a tornado, survivors are being interviewed. A common statement made by the
survivors is: "We lost everything but each other. This has taught us what is really
important in life." This statement is an example of what type of coping strategy? -
ANSWERSAttaching meaning to the experience
The family of a critically ill patient is comforted by visits from their minister and church
members. The family members pray often for their loved one's recovery. This situation
is an example of: - ANSWERSAn external family coping strategy
A husband and wife, 66 and 67 years of age, are seen in the Wellness Clinic. The
couple has three grown children who have their own homes and families. The nurse
QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE
ANSWERS
What is the best source of information regarding the roles of the LVN/LPN in a medical-
surgical setting? - ANSWERSThe State Board of Nursing
Which of the following are characteristics of an effective leader and manager? (Select
all that apply.) - ANSWERS-Is a role model for staff.
-Focuses on team development
-Motivates and empowers others
When preparing to administer medications, the nurse carefully confirms the drug order
and the patient's identity. This is an example of which ethical principle? -
ANSWERSNonmaleficence
A nurse uses his cell phone to take a photograph with a celebrity patient. The nurse
posts the photograph on social media. This may be considered: - ANSWERSTort
Essential elements of effective delegation by the LVN/LPN include which of the
following? (Select all that apply.) - ANSWERS-Knowledge of each patient's condition
-Compliance with state and institutional policies
-Determination of tasks that can be safely delegated
-Evaluation of the patient's response to the care
Analysis of family interactions reveals that some individuals are frequently labeled as
scapegoats. What function does scapegoating serve in the family? - ANSWERSDiverts
attention from family problems
After a tornado, survivors are being interviewed. A common statement made by the
survivors is: "We lost everything but each other. This has taught us what is really
important in life." This statement is an example of what type of coping strategy? -
ANSWERSAttaching meaning to the experience
The family of a critically ill patient is comforted by visits from their minister and church
members. The family members pray often for their loved one's recovery. This situation
is an example of: - ANSWERSAn external family coping strategy
A husband and wife, 66 and 67 years of age, are seen in the Wellness Clinic. The
couple has three grown children who have their own homes and families. The nurse
