NCLEX-PN
ATI NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client asks the nurse about using herbs and special teas to decrease blood pressure. Which question is most important for the nurse to consider before addressing the client's concerns?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Safety is the priority when considering herbs/teas, as they may interact with medications or worsen hypertension. Cost, knowledge, and scope are secondary.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a 28-year-old client who was recently prescribed birth control pills. Which statement by the client indicates teaching has been effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Antibiotics (e.g., rifampin) reduce oral contraceptive efficacy, requiring backup methods, indicating effective teaching. Missing pills, patch preference, or ring replacement are incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
The student nurse accidentally punctured her finger with a contaminated needle. Which action should the student nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Allowing the site to bleed reduces pathogen load, the first step in needlestick protocol.
Question 4 of 5
The male client is wearing a silver amulet to protect from evil spirits. Which action should the nurse take when sending the client to surgery?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taping the amulet respects the client’s spiritual beliefs while ensuring safety in the OR, per patient-centered care. Removing, sending home, or questioning beliefs is less sensitive.
Question 5 of 5
The client had abdominal surgery and is receiving bag #5 of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) via a subclavian line infusing at 126 mL/hr. The nurse realizes bag #6 is not on the unit and TPN bag #5 has 50 mL left to infuse. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D10W maintains glucose stability until TPN arrives, preventing hypoglycemia in TPN-dependent clients.