ATI NCLEX-PN COMPREHENSIVE PREDICTOR
PRACTICE EXAM 2 WITH NGN (2025 / 2026)
QUESTIONS AND REVISED CORRECT ANSWERS
WITH RATIONALES |GUARANTEED PASS
- A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for
- “I will take my pulse before taking this medication.”
- “I will call the doctor if my pulse is below 60.”
- “I will stop the medication if I feel nauseated.”
- “I will double my dose if I miss one.”
digoxin. Which of the following statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Rationale: Digoxin can cause bradycardia. Clients should notify the provider if
their pulse is less than 60 bpm.
- A client who has heart failure is receiving furosemide. Which of the following
findings should the nurse report to the provider? 1 / 3
- Urine output of 1,000 mL/day
- Potassium level of 2.8 mEq/L
- Blood pressure of 110/70 mm Hg
- Weight loss of 2 lb in 24 hours
Rationale: Furosemide is a loop diuretic that can cause hypokalemia. A
potassium level below 3.5 mEq/L is critical.
- A nurse is caring for a client who is post-op and requests pain medication.
- Check the MAR for the last dose given
- Reposition the client for comfort
- Assess the client's pain level
- Call the provider for an order
What should the nurse do first?
Rationale: The nurse must assess pain before deciding the appropriate
intervention.
- A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who is immobile. Which
- Reposition the client every 2 hours
- Massage bony prominences
- Apply cold packs to the heels
- Use baby powder on the skin 2 / 3
intervention should be included to prevent skin breakdown?
Rationale: Regular repositioning improves circulation and prevents pressure
ulcers.
- A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about insulin administration.
- “I will rotate injection sites within the same area.”
- “I will inject insulin into my thigh before exercising.”
- “I will store all insulin in the freezer.”
- “I will stop taking insulin when my glucose is normal.”
Which of the following statements indicates understanding?
Rationale: Rotating injection sites in the same area prevents lipodystrophy and
ensures consistent absorption.
- A nurse is reviewing a client's lab results. Which value should be reported
- Sodium 138 mEq/L
- Hemoglobin 12.5 g/dL
- Potassium 6.2 mEq/L
- WBC count 6,500/mm³
immediately?
Rationale: Hyperkalemia can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and should be
reported immediately.
- A client with tuberculosis is started on isoniazid (INH). What teaching should
- / 3
the nurse reinforce?