NCLEX-PN
Next Generation Nclex Questions Overview 3.0 ATI Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following foods might a client with hypercholesterolemia need to decrease intake of?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A client with hypercholesterolemia needs to decrease intake of foods that are high in cholesterol. Red meats like hamburgers are high in cholesterol, so their consumption should be reduced. Broiled catfish, wheat bread, and fresh apples are not high in cholesterol and do not need to be decreased in the client's diet.
Therefore, the correct answer is hamburgers, as they are more likely to contribute to elevated cholesterol levels compared to the other options provided.
Question 2 of 5
A client is told that his test is positive, but in fact, the client does not have the disease tested for. Which type of false report is this an example of?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is 'false positive.' A false-positive result occurs when a test result is labeled positive in error, when the actual result is negative. In this scenario, the client received a positive test result incorrectly, as he does not have the disease being tested for.
Choice A ('positive') is too vague and does not specify that the result was incorrect.
Choice C ('negative') is the opposite of what happened in the scenario.
Choice D ('false negative') refers to a situation where a test result is labeled negative incorrectly, which is not the case in this scenario.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following represents a normal serum potassium level?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is 4.0 mEq/L. Normal serum potassium levels typically range from 3.5-5.5 mEq/L.
Choice A (1.5 mEq/L) is below the normal range,
Choice B (3.0 mEq/L) is also below the normal range, and
Choice D (6.0 mEq/L) is above the normal range.
Therefore, the only option within the normal range is
Choice C (4.0 mEq/L).
Question 4 of 5
A syringe pump is a type of electronic infusion pump used to infuse fluids or medications directly from a syringe. This device is commonly used for:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is 'the neonatal and pediatric populations.' Syringe pumps are commonly used in neonatal and pediatric populations because they allow for precise infusion of small volumes of medications or fluids at controlled rates. This is crucial for ensuring safety and accuracy in these delicate populations.
Choice A is incorrect because syringe pumps are not limited to obstetrics; they are used in various healthcare settings.
Choices B and C are incorrect because syringe pumps are not typically used for dilute antibiotics or large volumes of IV solutions. Instead, they are preferred for delivering small volumes accurately, making them ideal for neonatal and pediatric care.
Question 5 of 5
A 10-year-old boy has been diagnosed with a congenital heart defect. Which of the following clinical signs does not indicate CHF?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Compulsive behavior is not a clinical sign typically associated with congestive heart failure (CHF). CHF commonly presents with symptoms such as increased body weight due to fluid retention, elevated heart rate as the heart works harder to pump blood effectively, and lower extremity edema caused by fluid buildup. While behavioral changes can occur in response to illness, compulsive behavior is not a typical indicator of CHF.
Choices A, B, and C are more commonly linked to CHF and should be monitored in patients with this condition.