NCLEX-PN
ATI NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The client is being admitted into the hospital with a diagnosis of pneumonia. Which HCP order should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sputum culture identifies the causative organism, guiding antibiotic therapy, and must be collected before antibiotics.
Question 2 of 5
The client asks the nurse, 'What are the risk factors for developing multiple sclerosis?' Which statement is a risk factor for multiple sclerosis (MS)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Family history increases MS risk due to genetic predisposition, per NMSS.
Question 3 of 5
The Mexican client requests a curandero to come to the hospital to visit. Which statement explains the role of the curandero in the Mexican culture?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A curandero is a traditional Mexican healer believed to have a divine gift, treating illnesses holistically. Massage, herbs, or witchcraft are roles of other practitioners (e.g., sobador, yerbero, brujo).
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assisting the client diagnosed with chronic pain to identify methods of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Which would indicate an expected outcome was achieved?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Performing ADLs without pain indicates effective CAM, improving function. Bed rest, increased pain, or routine medication are not CAM-specific outcomes.
Question 5 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.