NCLEX-PN
ATI NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is admitted to the intensive care unit diagnosed with rule-out adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The client is receiving 10 L/min of oxygen via nasal cannula. Which arterial blood gases indicate the client does not have ARDS?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Normal ABGs (pH 7.38, PaO2 82) rule out ARDS, which causes severe hypoxemia (PaO2 <60).
Question 2 of 5
Which question should the nurse ask the client who is being admitted to rule out infective endocarditis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Valve replacement is a major risk for endocarditis, making this the most relevant question.
Question 3 of 5
The Mexican client requests a curandero to come to the hospital to visit. Which statement explains the role of the curandero in the Mexican culture?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A curandero is a traditional Mexican healer believed to have a divine gift, treating illnesses holistically. Massage, herbs, or witchcraft are roles of other practitioners (e.g., sobador, yerbero, brujo).
Question 4 of 5
The client expresses anxiety prior to an upcoming procedure. Which should the nurse implement first to assist the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Slow deep breathing is a non-invasive, immediate anxiety reduction technique. Sedatives, family notification, or dismissing concerns are secondary or unhelpful.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assisting the client diagnosed with chronic pain to identify methods of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Which would indicate an expected outcome was achieved?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Performing ADLs without pain indicates effective CAM, improving function. Bed rest, increased pain, or routine medication are not CAM-specific outcomes.