ATI & NCLEX Complete Mock Exam
Review [100% Correct] Graded A+
2025/2024
A nurse is caring for a patient with congestive heart failure (CHF). What is a priority nursing
intervention?
Monitor daily weight.
A patient with diabetes presents with a blood glucose level of 300 mg/dL. What is t...
ATI & NCLEX Complete Mock Exam
Review [100% Correct] Graded A+
2025/2024
A nurse is caring for a patient with congestive heart failure (CHF). What is a priority nursing
intervention?
Monitor daily weight.
A patient with diabetes presents with a blood glucose level of 300 mg/dL. What is the most
appropriate action for the nurse to take?
Administer prescribed insulin.
Which of the following findings would indicate a potential complication in a patient recovering
from surgery?
Increased heart rate and low blood pressure.
In educating a patient about hypertension management, which statement by the patient indicates
a need for further teaching?
"I can eat as much salt as I want as long as I take my medication."
A nurse is assessing a patient with pneumonia. What assessment finding would the nurse expect
to find?
Diminished breath sounds and crackles.
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,During a routine check-up, a nurse discovers that a patient has a blood pressure of 150/95
mmHg. What should the nurse recommend?
Lifestyle modifications, including diet and exercise.
A nurse is administering an intramuscular injection. Which site is most appropriate for adults?
Ventrogluteal site.
A patient diagnosed with a peptic ulcer is prescribed a proton pump inhibitor. What is the
expected outcome of this medication?
Decreased gastric acid secretion.
Which of the following laboratory values would indicate that a patient is experiencing renal
impairment?
Elevated serum creatinine.
A nurse is providing care for a child with asthma. What is a common trigger that the nurse
should educate the family to avoid?
Tobacco smoke.
When teaching a patient about the side effects of corticosteroids, which of the following should
the nurse include?
Increased risk of infection.
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,A nurse is caring for a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). What is the
most important intervention to promote effective breathing?
Encourage the patient to use pursed-lip breathing.
A patient is prescribed warfarin. What should the nurse monitor regularly?
INR levels.
A nurse is assessing a patient who has just returned from the recovery room after surgery. What
is the priority assessment?
Level of consciousness and airway patency.
A nurse is caring for a patient with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT). What is the primary goal of
treatment?
Prevent the formation of a pulmonary embolism.
A patient is experiencing severe anxiety. Which intervention is the most effective for the nurse to
implement?
Use deep breathing techniques to promote relaxation.
Which assessment finding is most indicative of dehydration in an older adult?
Confusion and dry mucous membranes.
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, A nurse is teaching a patient about the use of a metered-dose inhaler (MDI). Which statement by
the patient indicates proper understanding?
"I need to shake the inhaler before each use."
A nurse is caring for a newborn who is exhibiting signs of respiratory distress. What is the
priority nursing action?
Assess the newborn's airway and breathing.
A patient with a history of heart failure is prescribed a diuretic. What is a common side effect the
nurse should monitor for?
Hypokalemia.
A nurse is providing discharge instructions for a patient with a new diagnosis of hypertension.
What dietary recommendation should the nurse include?
Increase fruits and vegetables while reducing sodium intake.
A patient is experiencing a seizure. What is the priority nursing action?
Protect the patient from injury.
A nurse is preparing to administer a blood transfusion. What is the first action the nurse should
take?
Verify the patient’s identity and blood type.
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