ACHPN® Practice Test Questions

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Sample Practice Questions for ACHPN

The following are free sample questions from the ACHPN Practice Questions Bank.

1. Question 1: A patient in the late stage of imminent death has developed a fever. Which of the following is the most likely cause of the fever?

   A.Dehydration

   B.Aspiration pneumonia

   C.Urinary tract infection

   D.Tumor necrosis

2. Question 2: According to best practices, who should approach the family about organ donation?

   A.The attending provider alone

   B.A clinician with certified training in organ donation

   C.Any available healthcare professional

   D.Only the hospital's social worker

3. Question 3: A patient with metastatic breast cancer has a Karnofsky Performance Status of 60 and presents with severe pain due to bone metastases. The patient is expected to live for several months and is seeking palliative interventions to manage pain and improve quality of life. Which of the following is the most appropriate intervention?

   A.Total parenteral nutrition

   B.Radiation therapy

   C.Parenteral fluids

   D.Chemotherapy

4. Question 4: A patient with end-stage liver disease is being treated for hepatic encephalopathy. Despite lactulose therapy, the patient continues to have minimal improvement. Which of the following medications is the next appropriate addition to this patient's regimen?

   A.Vancomycin

   B.Neomycin

   C.Rifaximin

   D.Flumazenil

5. Question 5: A patient with metastatic breast cancer is experiencing insomnia and spiritual distress. Which approach should be prioritized to address the patient's insomnia?

   A.Sleep restriction therapy

   B.Guided imagery

   C.Addressing spiritual concerns during the day

   D.Long daytime naps

6. Question 6: In preparation for ventilator withdrawal in a terminal patient, the medical team decides to administer morphine and midazolam. What are the appropriate bolus and infusion dosages for a comatose adult patient with little prior exposure to these drugs?

   A.Morphine 2‑10 mg bolus; 1‑2 mg/hr infusion and Midazolam 1‑2 mg bolus; 1 mg/hr infusion

   B.Morphine 20‑50 mg bolus; 10‑100 mg/hr infusion and Midazolam 10‑20 mg bolus; 10‑50 mg/hr infusion

   C.Morphine 1‑2 mg bolus; 0.5‑1 mg/hr infusion and Midazolam 0.5‑1 mg bolus; 0.5 mg/hr infusion

   D.Morphine 5‑10 mg bolus; 2‑4 mg/hr infusion and Midazolam 3‑5 mg bolus; 2‑3 mg/hr infusion

7. Question 7: Which of the following is a recommended professional strategy for managing burnout in health professionals?

   A.Plan regular vacations

   B.Seek a mentor relationship

   C.Engage in regular exercise

   D.Practice mindful intentions throughout the day

8. Question 8: A patient with advanced cancer has a Palliative Performance Scale (PPS) score of 70%. Which of the following best describes his functional status?

   A.Full ambulation, normal activity, no evidence of disease

   B.Reduced ambulation, unable to do normal job/work, some disease

   C.Mainly in bed, unable to do any work, requires extensive assistance

   D.Bed-bound, total care, minimal intake, drowsy or in a coma

9. Question 9: During a family conference, the patient, who has advanced heart failure, expresses a desire to stop all aggressive treatments and focus on comfort care. The patient's daughter disagrees and insists on continuing all treatments to extend her father's life. Which of the following should the healthcare team prioritize in this situation?

   A.Explaining the benefits of continuing aggressive treatments to the daughter

   B.Respecting the patient's wishes and transitioning to palliative care

   C.Scheduling a follow-up family conference to revisit the discussion

   D.Involving an ethics committee to mediate the decision

10. Question 10: A hospice APRN is managing a patient with a necrotic pressure ulcer that emits a strong odor. The family is distressed by the smell. Which intervention should the APRN prioritize to help reduce the odor and manage the family's distress?

    A.Recommend the use of air fresheners in the room

    B.Educate the family about wound care and odor management

    C.Suggest the use of charcoal briquettes in the patient's room

    D.Apply a topical antibiotic ointment