HESI 5 Test [2026/2027] Updated Version |
Verified Questions & Detailed Rationales
Which type of nonverbal communication is most likely to be similar in
different cultural and ethnic groups? - verified answer - an infant crying
to indicate discomfort when receiving immunization
A medical office uses a letter style in which the date line, the
complimentary closing, and the typed signature line begin at the center of
the page, but all other lines are left justified (flush left). What is the name
for this style of letter? - verified answer - modified block letter style
During a general physical examination, a patient mentions that he has had
a few minor episodes of dizziness during the past month, when asked
directly by the physician, "do you ever feel faint or dizzy?" under what
heading would the physician document these symptoms? - verified
answer - review of systems
What is an example of data that would be included in the past medical
history section of a patient's history interview? - verified answer - the
patient has been taking atenolol (tenormin) for high blood pressure for 2
years
,Which term means "eating of cells"? - verified answer - phagocytosis
Which correctly describes the inferior and superior vena cava? - verified
answer - veins that carry deoxygenated blood into the heart
Which organ is most commonly affected by cancer in america? - verified
answer - large intestine
A 39 year old female presents to her dermatologist's office to have a
mole removed from her right inner bicep. During the procedure, the
physician accidentally makes a deep incision resulting in severe
hemorrhage. The blood is bright red and spurting; direct pressure is
attempted, but fails to stop the bleeding. Which care technique is
indicated? - verified answer - apply a tourniquet just above the wound
A 4 year old female arrives at the physician's office with fever, shortness
of breath, and coughing. She is given an intramuscular dose of antibiotics
during the visit. Several minutes pass when the girl develops urticaria,
difficulty swallowing, diaphoresis, and wheezing. Which medication is
paramount for resuscitation? - verified answer - epinephrine
,The medical assistant gathers baseline vital signs for a 56 year old
female presenting to the office for an adjustment on her seizure
medication. Just as the assistant finishes, the patient falls to the floor and
begins to seize. How should the ma react? - verified answer - move all
objects from the direct vicinity
Place the care techniques in correct order for capillary blood glucose
analysis in the adult patient. - verified answer - 1-massage the preferred
site
2-puncture the side of the chosen finger
3-wipe away the first drop of blood, and then collect sample
4-apply a bandage after the bleeding has been controlled
Intravenous access is established for a 36 year old female requiring
antibiotic therapy administered by the physician. After several minutes,
the patient complains of pain to the site, plus the area around the
catheter is swollen and warm to the touch. The presentation likely
suggests which complication? - verified answer - phlebitis
The medical assistant suspects a 3 year old female is having exacerbated
asthma. The physician considers a continuous albuterol (ventolin)
, treatment. Which route of delivery will effectively deliver the
bronchodilator described. - verified answer - nebulizer
Which is an expression of the need for safety and security according to
maslow's hierarchy of needs? - verified answer - using a chain lock on
the door when in one's home
Which federal agency requires medical offices to maintain a written
emergency evacuation plan? - verified answer - osha
Which element is recommended as a vital section of the office policy and
procedure manual for every medical office? - verified answer - vacations
and sick time
Foods high in soluble fiber have been shown tor educe cholesterol levels
and reduce the risk of heart disease. What is a food high in soluble fiber
that a medical assistant can recommend? - verified answer - kidney
beans
Which are severe complications associated with uncontrolled insulin
dependent diabetes mellitus? - verified answer - 1- renal failure
Verified Questions & Detailed Rationales
Which type of nonverbal communication is most likely to be similar in
different cultural and ethnic groups? - verified answer - an infant crying
to indicate discomfort when receiving immunization
A medical office uses a letter style in which the date line, the
complimentary closing, and the typed signature line begin at the center of
the page, but all other lines are left justified (flush left). What is the name
for this style of letter? - verified answer - modified block letter style
During a general physical examination, a patient mentions that he has had
a few minor episodes of dizziness during the past month, when asked
directly by the physician, "do you ever feel faint or dizzy?" under what
heading would the physician document these symptoms? - verified
answer - review of systems
What is an example of data that would be included in the past medical
history section of a patient's history interview? - verified answer - the
patient has been taking atenolol (tenormin) for high blood pressure for 2
years
,Which term means "eating of cells"? - verified answer - phagocytosis
Which correctly describes the inferior and superior vena cava? - verified
answer - veins that carry deoxygenated blood into the heart
Which organ is most commonly affected by cancer in america? - verified
answer - large intestine
A 39 year old female presents to her dermatologist's office to have a
mole removed from her right inner bicep. During the procedure, the
physician accidentally makes a deep incision resulting in severe
hemorrhage. The blood is bright red and spurting; direct pressure is
attempted, but fails to stop the bleeding. Which care technique is
indicated? - verified answer - apply a tourniquet just above the wound
A 4 year old female arrives at the physician's office with fever, shortness
of breath, and coughing. She is given an intramuscular dose of antibiotics
during the visit. Several minutes pass when the girl develops urticaria,
difficulty swallowing, diaphoresis, and wheezing. Which medication is
paramount for resuscitation? - verified answer - epinephrine
,The medical assistant gathers baseline vital signs for a 56 year old
female presenting to the office for an adjustment on her seizure
medication. Just as the assistant finishes, the patient falls to the floor and
begins to seize. How should the ma react? - verified answer - move all
objects from the direct vicinity
Place the care techniques in correct order for capillary blood glucose
analysis in the adult patient. - verified answer - 1-massage the preferred
site
2-puncture the side of the chosen finger
3-wipe away the first drop of blood, and then collect sample
4-apply a bandage after the bleeding has been controlled
Intravenous access is established for a 36 year old female requiring
antibiotic therapy administered by the physician. After several minutes,
the patient complains of pain to the site, plus the area around the
catheter is swollen and warm to the touch. The presentation likely
suggests which complication? - verified answer - phlebitis
The medical assistant suspects a 3 year old female is having exacerbated
asthma. The physician considers a continuous albuterol (ventolin)
, treatment. Which route of delivery will effectively deliver the
bronchodilator described. - verified answer - nebulizer
Which is an expression of the need for safety and security according to
maslow's hierarchy of needs? - verified answer - using a chain lock on
the door when in one's home
Which federal agency requires medical offices to maintain a written
emergency evacuation plan? - verified answer - osha
Which element is recommended as a vital section of the office policy and
procedure manual for every medical office? - verified answer - vacations
and sick time
Foods high in soluble fiber have been shown tor educe cholesterol levels
and reduce the risk of heart disease. What is a food high in soluble fiber
that a medical assistant can recommend? - verified answer - kidney
beans
Which are severe complications associated with uncontrolled insulin
dependent diabetes mellitus? - verified answer - 1- renal failure
