NCLEX-PN
ATI NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client diagnosed with neurogenic diabetes insipidus (DI) asks the nurse, 'What is wrong with me? Why do I urinate so much?' Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Neurogenic DI results from ADH deficiency due to pituitary dysfunction, causing polyuria.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is administering 250 mL of packed red blood cells with 50 mL of preservative. The client has no jugular vein distention and has clear breath sounds. After the first 15 minutes, at what rate should the nurse set the IV infusion pump?
Correct Answer: 75
Rationale:
Total volume: 250 mL + 50 mL = 300 mL. Infuse over 4 hours (standard): 300 mL / 4 hr = 75 mL/hr.
Question 3 of 5
The client is performing breast self-examination (BSE) by the American Cancer Society's recommended steps and has completed palpating the breast. Which step is next when completing the BSE?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: After palpation, visual inspection in a mirror detects skin changes, the next ACS BSE step.
Question 4 of 5
The client diagnosed with neurogenic diabetes insipidus (DI) asks the nurse, 'What is wrong with me? Why do I urinate so much?' Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Neurogenic DI results from ADH deficiency due to pituitary dysfunction, causing polyuria.
Question 5 of 5
Which diagnostic procedure does the nurse anticipate being ordered for the 27-year-old female client who is reporting irregular menses and complaining of lower left abdominal pain during menses?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A pelvic sonogram evaluates pelvic pathology (e.g., ovarian cysts, endometriosis) causing irregular menses and pain, the most likely test.