NCLEX-PN
ATI NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client reports a twisting motion of the knee during a basketball game. The client is scheduled for arthroscopic surgery to repair the injury. Which information should the nurse teach the client about postoperative care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Routine pain medication manages post-arthroscopy discomfort, promoting recovery and mobility.
Question 2 of 5
Which assessment data indicate the treatment for the client diagnosed with bacterial meningitis is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Neck flexibility without pain indicates reduced meningeal inflammation, a sign of effective meningitis treatment.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
The client with a deficiency of the immune system questions the nurse about the use of ginseng. Which information should the nurse teach the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ginseng should not be used continuously (>2 months) due to risks like hypertension or insomnia, especially in immunocompromised clients. Daily dosing, caffeine, or no contraindications are inaccurate.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a class on sexually transmitted diseases to high school sophomores. Which information should be included in the discussion?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Unprotected sex increases STD risk (e.g., HIV, chlamydia), a key teaching point for adolescents, per CDC guidelines.