,HESI A2 2026 Anatomy & Physiology – Top-Rated Study
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1. A nurse is assessing a patient with a suspected myocardial infarction. Which of the following
findings would most likely indicate an inferior wall MI?
A. ST elevation in leads II, III, and aVF
B. ST depression in leads I and aVL
C. T-wave inversion in V1-V3
D. QT interval prolongation in lead V5
ANSWER ~A
2. In the context of renal physiology, which mechanism primarily contributes to the reabsorption of
water in the nephron?
A. Active transport in the loop of Henle
B. Osmosis in the collecting duct
C. Diffusion in the proximal tubule
D. Filtration in the glomerulus
ANSWER ~B
3. A patient presents with hyperthyroidism. Which of the following symptoms would most likely be
observed?
A. Weight gain and fatigue
B. Bradycardia and cold intolerance
C. Tachycardia and heat intolerance
D. Depression and dry skin
ANSWER ~C
4. During a physical examination, a nurse notes a bruit over a patient's carotid artery. What is the
most appropriate next step?
A. Document the finding and continue the assessment
B. Order an ultrasound of the carotid arteries
C. Prepare the patient for a carotid endarterectomy
D. Notify the physician immediately
ANSWER ~B
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5. Which of the following best explains the physiological basis for the 'fight or flight' response?
A. Parasympathetic nervous system activation
B. Cortisol release from the adrenal cortex
C. Sympathetic nervous system activation
D. Endorphin release from the brain
ANSWER ~C
6. A nurse is interpreting a complete blood count (CBC) for a patient with suspected anemia. Which
finding is most indicative of iron deficiency anemia?
A. Increased white blood cell count
B. Low hemoglobin and low hematocrit
C. Elevated platelets
D. High reticulocyte count
ANSWER ~B
7. In which part of the gastrointestinal tract does the majority of nutrient absorption occur?
A. Stomach
B. Small intestine
C. Large intestine
D. Esophagus
ANSWER ~B
8. A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is experiencing increased
shortness of breath. Which assessment finding would indicate the need for immediate intervention?
A. Increased respiratory rate
B. Pursed-lip breathing
C. Use of accessory muscles
D. Cyanosis of the lips
ANSWER ~D
Pack (Latest Version) | 228 Updated Questions and
Answers
TRUSTED SOURCE AND VERIFIED, GRADED A+
, Page 2
1. A nurse is assessing a patient with a suspected myocardial infarction. Which of the following
findings would most likely indicate an inferior wall MI?
A. ST elevation in leads II, III, and aVF
B. ST depression in leads I and aVL
C. T-wave inversion in V1-V3
D. QT interval prolongation in lead V5
ANSWER ~A
2. In the context of renal physiology, which mechanism primarily contributes to the reabsorption of
water in the nephron?
A. Active transport in the loop of Henle
B. Osmosis in the collecting duct
C. Diffusion in the proximal tubule
D. Filtration in the glomerulus
ANSWER ~B
3. A patient presents with hyperthyroidism. Which of the following symptoms would most likely be
observed?
A. Weight gain and fatigue
B. Bradycardia and cold intolerance
C. Tachycardia and heat intolerance
D. Depression and dry skin
ANSWER ~C
4. During a physical examination, a nurse notes a bruit over a patient's carotid artery. What is the
most appropriate next step?
A. Document the finding and continue the assessment
B. Order an ultrasound of the carotid arteries
C. Prepare the patient for a carotid endarterectomy
D. Notify the physician immediately
ANSWER ~B
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5. Which of the following best explains the physiological basis for the 'fight or flight' response?
A. Parasympathetic nervous system activation
B. Cortisol release from the adrenal cortex
C. Sympathetic nervous system activation
D. Endorphin release from the brain
ANSWER ~C
6. A nurse is interpreting a complete blood count (CBC) for a patient with suspected anemia. Which
finding is most indicative of iron deficiency anemia?
A. Increased white blood cell count
B. Low hemoglobin and low hematocrit
C. Elevated platelets
D. High reticulocyte count
ANSWER ~B
7. In which part of the gastrointestinal tract does the majority of nutrient absorption occur?
A. Stomach
B. Small intestine
C. Large intestine
D. Esophagus
ANSWER ~B
8. A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is experiencing increased
shortness of breath. Which assessment finding would indicate the need for immediate intervention?
A. Increased respiratory rate
B. Pursed-lip breathing
C. Use of accessory muscles
D. Cyanosis of the lips
ANSWER ~D
