NCLEX-RN
Leadership and Management NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
While caring for a client who requires a mechanical ventilator for breathing, the high-pressure alarm goes off on the ventilator. What is the first action the nurse should perform?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A high-pressure alarm suggests obstruction or resistance, so assessing the client’s condition (
B) first identifies the cause (e.g., tube kinking, secretions). Disconnecting (
A), calling for help (
C), or resetting (
D) without assessment risks harm or delays resolution.
Question 2 of 5
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Question 3 of 5
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Question 4 of 5
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Question 5 of 5
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