Question 1 of 5

Ideally, by whom and when should an advance directive be developed?

A. Family, if the patient is in critical condition. B. Patient as part of the hospital admission process. C. Patient before illness or impairment occurs. D. Patient�s healthcare surrogate.

Question 2 of 5

Family assessment is essential in order to meet family nee ds. Which of the following must be assessed first to assist the nurse in providing family-centered care?

A. Assessment of patient and family�s developmental stag es and needs B. Description of the patient�s home environment C. Identification of immediate family, extended family, a nd decision makers D. Observation and assessment of how family members fu nction with each other

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following devices is best suited to deliver 65 % oxygen to a patient who is spontaneously breathing?

A. Face mask with non-rebreathing reservoir B. Low-flow nasal cannula C. Simple face mask D. Venturi mask

Question 4 of 5

What is true regarding pain and anxiety in the healthy individual? (Select all that apply.)

A. They activate the sympathetic nervous system. B. They decrease stress levels. C. They help remove one from harm. D. They increase performance levels.

Question 5 of 5

A patient at high risk for pulmonary embolism is receiving enoxaparin. The nurse should provide the patient with what explanation?

A. �I�m going to contact the pharmacist to see if you can take this medication by mouth.� B. �This injection is being given to prevent blood clots fr om forming.� C. �This medication will dissolve any blood clots you migabhirtb .gcoemt./�te st D. �I will contact your primary care provide to discuss wh y you are getting this medication.� t

Critical Care Nursing NCLEX Questions

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ATI RN

ATI RN