NCLEX Certification NCLEX-PN Syllabus Exam Questions Answers

Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) is a hypertensive disorder of pregnancy, developing after 20 weeks

gestation. It is characterized by edema, hypertension, and proteinuria (preclampsia and eclampsia). The cause is

unknown. The client with advanced PIH needs rest, and home is the best place to get it. Hospitalization is not

necessary in this situation. Medication is not indicated.Physiological Adaptation

Folic acid should not be used if pernicious anemia is suspected because it does not protect the client from

CNS changes common to this type of anemia. Folic acid is usually given with Vitamin B12. Both are part of the

Vitamin B complex and are essential for cell growth and division. Folic acid is sometimes used as a rescue drug

for cells exposed to some toxic chemotherapeutic agents. The nature of the anemia must be confirmed to ensure

that the proper drug regimen is being used.Physiological Adaptation

H. pylori is the most common microorganism associated with gastritis. The other microorganisms listed

might be associated with gastritis but to a lesser degree.Physiological Adaptation

For lipid fractionation, the client cannot eat for 12 hours prior to the test, but he or she can drink an unrestricted

amount of water. No lipid solution is given. Thus, the other choices are incorrect.Reduction of Risk Potential