NCLEX-PN
ATI NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which form of complementary therapy should the nurse encourage as a relaxation technique for the anxious elderly client admitted for surgery?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deep breathing is a simple, effective relaxation technique for elderly clients, reducing anxiety pre-surgery. Meditation may be complex, Rolfing is physical manipulation, and scented candles pose fire risks.
Question 2 of 5
Which client should the nurse consider at risk for developing acute renal failure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Anaphylaxis can cause shock, reducing renal perfusion and risking acute renal failure.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching the client how to use guided imagery. Which information would indicate the teaching has been effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Visualizing a favorite place is a core component of guided imagery, indicating effective teaching. Chanting, arm rubbing, and music selection are not specific to guided imagery.
Question 4 of 5
The client who has just received a permanent pacemaker is admitted to the telemetry floor. The nurse writes the problem 'knowledge deficit.' Which interventions should be included in the plan of care? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Avoiding electrical devices, carrying ID, monitoring pulse, and reporting bradycardia ensure pacemaker safety.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for the surgical client who is experiencing pain at a '4' on a 1-to-10 pain scale and is receiving pain medication via patient-controlled analgesia (PCA). Which intervention should the nurse implement first to assist the client's pain management?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Guided imagery enhances relaxation, complementing PCA for moderate pain (4/10), a non-invasive first step. Notifying HCP, reassuring, or family PCA use are premature or unsafe.