NCLEX-PN
ATI NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client diagnosed with atherosclerosis has coronary artery disease. The client experiences sudden chest pain when walking to the nurse's station. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Having the client sit reduces cardiac demand, the first step in suspected angina, per AHA guidelines.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing the client with a pneumothorax who has a closed-chest drainage system. Which data indicate the client's condition is stable?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fluctuation in the water-seal compartment indicates a patent system, a sign of stability in pneumothorax.
Question 3 of 5
The 28-year-old client diagnosed with testicular cancer is scheduled for a unilateral orchiectomy. Which intervention should have priority in the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sperm banking is the priority pre-orchiectomy to preserve fertility, especially in young clients, per oncology guidelines.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing the client newly diagnosed with asthma for discharge. Which data indicate the teaching about the peak flowmeter has been effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Red zone requires quick-relief medication and no exercise, indicating correct peak flowmeter use.
Question 5 of 5
The home health nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with congestive heart failure who has a slice of raw potato on a carbuncle on the abdomen. Which action should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking about the potato’s purpose respects cultural or folk beliefs (e.g., drawing out infection) and guides care. Explaining, cleansing, or ignoring may dismiss the client’s perspective.