NCLEX-PN
ATI NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is admitting a female client to the medical-surgical unit when the client tells the nurse she takes many vitamins to keep her healthy. Which statement is the nurse's most appropriate response to the information provided by the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Informing the HCP about vitamins ensures safe prescribing, as some vitamins (e.g., A,
D) interact with medications. Dismissing vitamins, focusing on water-soluble vitamins, or assuming deficiency is inaccurate.
Question 2 of 5
The client with chronic pancreatitis is admitted with an acute exacerbation of the disease. Which laboratory result warrants immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevated glucose in pancreatitis risks DKA or complications, requiring immediate insulin or HCP notification.
Question 3 of 5
The client is diagnosed with an acute exacerbation of Crohn's disease. Which assessment data warrant immediate attention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypokalemia (3.3 mEq/L) risks arrhythmias in Crohn’s exacerbation, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing the plan of care for the client diagnosed with migraine headaches. Which information regarding complementary therapies should the nurse include in this plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aromatic oils may trigger migraines; avoiding them is key in complementary therapy for migraine management. Therapeutic touch, autogenic therapy, and massage are less specific.
Question 5 of 5
The telemetry nurse is monitoring the following clients. Which client should the telemetry nurse instruct the primary nurse to assess first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Multifocal PVCs post-MI indicate higher arrhythmia risk, requiring urgent assessment, per ACLS guidelines.