NCLEX-PN
ATI NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
The nurse and the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) are caring for clients on a medical floor. Which nursing task could be delegated to the UAP?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Routine vital sign collection is within UAP scope, unlike post-medication BP, HCP notification, or lab discussions.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is at home preparing for the 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. shift and has the flu with a temperature of 100.4°F. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flu with fever risks patient safety; notifying the hospital to stay home is the ethical action.
Question 4 of 5
Which comment by the client diagnosed with rule-out Guillain-Barré (GB) syndrome is most significant when completing the admission interview?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Recent gastroenteritis (e.g., Campylobacter) is a known trigger for Guillain-Barré, making it significant.
Question 5 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.