NCLEX-PN
ATI NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which medical client problem should the nurse include in the plan of care for a client diagnosed with cardiomyopathy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cardiomyopathy impairs cardiac output, leading to heart failure, the primary client problem.
Question 2 of 5
The 28-year-old client diagnosed with testicular cancer is scheduled for a unilateral orchiectomy. Which intervention should have priority in the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sperm banking is the priority pre-orchiectomy to preserve fertility, especially in young clients, per oncology guidelines.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching the client in a cardiac rehabilitation unit. Which dietary information should the nurse discuss with the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Limiting fats to ≤30% reduces cardiovascular risk, per AHA dietary guidelines for cardiac rehab.
Question 4 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.
Question 5 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.