NCLEX-PN
ATI NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to make morning rounds. Which client should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chest pain, even if possibly dietary, may indicate a cardiac issue, requiring immediate assessment per ABCs. Cultural decision-making, pain refusal, and anger are less urgent.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is incorporating complementary therapies in the routines of residents of a long-term care facility. Which information should the nurse consider when matching the clients with the therapy? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Matching therapies requires considering client preferences, likes/dislikes, therapy benefits, and physical/mental abilities for effectiveness and adherence. Significant other’s concerns are secondary unless they impact care.
Question 3 of 5
The client had abdominal surgery and is receiving bag #5 of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) via a subclavian line infusing at 126 mL/hr. The nurse realizes bag #6 is not on the unit and TPN bag #5 has 50 mL left to infuse. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D10W maintains glucose stability until TPN arrives, preventing hypoglycemia in TPN-dependent clients.
Question 4 of 5
The client diagnosed with end-stage congestive heart failure is being cared for by the home health nurse. Which intervention should the nurse teach the caregiver?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Weight gain >3 lb/week indicates fluid retention in CHF, requiring HCP notification to adjust therapy.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse arranges for a dance movement therapist to lead a group session for clients with osteoarthritis. Which statement best describes the rationale for this intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dance therapy promotes endorphin release, reducing pain perception in osteoarthritis. Bonding is secondary, synovial fluid increase is inaccurate, and pain reduction is less direct.