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HESI RN FUNDAMENTALS EXIT EXAM
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HESI RN Fundamentals Exit Exam
TERM ENGLISH
HESI RN Fundamentals Exit Exam, developed by Elsevier, evaluates a nursing student’s
understanding of core fundamental concepts needed for safe patient care. It covers Image
infection control, safety, basic nursing skills, hygiene, mobility, vital signs,
communication, and legal/ethical principles. The exam is scenario-based, emphasizing
prioritization, clinical judgment, and application of nursing interventions. Preparation
, should focus on mastering fundamental procedures, patient safety standards, and
practicing NCLEX-style questions to improve accuracy and confidence in real-world
care situations.
DEFINITION ENGLISH
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Which fluid will the nurse select to administer with the prescribed blood transfusion?
A.
5% Dextrose and water
B.
Normal saline
C.
Lactated Ringers solution
D.
5% Dextrose and lactated ringers
TERM
B
Rationale: Normal saline solution is the only solution that is compatible with blood. Image
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When assisting a client from the bed to a chair, which procedure is best for the nurse to follow?
A.
Place the chair parallel to the bed, with its back toward the head of the bed and assist the client in
moving to the chair.
B.
With the nurse's feet spread apart and knees aligned with the client's knees, stand and pivot the client
into the chair.
C.
Assist the client to a standing position by gently lifting upward, underneath the axillae.
D.
Stand beside the client, place the client's arms around the nurse's neck, and gently move the client to
the chair.
TERM
B
Rationale: Option B describes the correct positioning of the nurse and affords the nurse Image
a wide base of support while stabilizing the client's knees when assisting to a standing
position. The chair should be placed at a 45-degree angle to the bed, with the back of
the chair toward the head of the bed. Clients should never be lifted under the axillae;
, this could damage nerves and strain the nurse's back. The client should be instructed to
use the arms of the chair and should never place his or her arms around the nurse's neck;
this places undue stress on the nurse's neck and back and increases the risk for a fall.
DEFINITION
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How many mL will the nurse document on the client's intake and output record from the items listed?
_____ mL
1200 mL water
4 ounce container of gelatin
8 ounces of orange juice
355 mL can of soda1 cup of soup
TERM
Answer: 2155
Rationale: 1200 + 240 (8 oz) + 240 (1 cup) + 120 (4 oz) + 355 = 2155 Image
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Public
Title
HESI RN FUNDAMENTALS EXIT EXAM
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Flip terms and definitions
1
HESI RN Fundamentals Exit Exam
TERM ENGLISH
HESI RN Fundamentals Exit Exam, developed by Elsevier, evaluates a nursing student’s
understanding of core fundamental concepts needed for safe patient care. It covers Image
infection control, safety, basic nursing skills, hygiene, mobility, vital signs,
communication, and legal/ethical principles. The exam is scenario-based, emphasizing
prioritization, clinical judgment, and application of nursing interventions. Preparation
, should focus on mastering fundamental procedures, patient safety standards, and
practicing NCLEX-style questions to improve accuracy and confidence in real-world
care situations.
DEFINITION ENGLISH
Add multiple choice options
2
Which fluid will the nurse select to administer with the prescribed blood transfusion?
A.
5% Dextrose and water
B.
Normal saline
C.
Lactated Ringers solution
D.
5% Dextrose and lactated ringers
TERM
B
Rationale: Normal saline solution is the only solution that is compatible with blood. Image
,DEFINITION
3
When assisting a client from the bed to a chair, which procedure is best for the nurse to follow?
A.
Place the chair parallel to the bed, with its back toward the head of the bed and assist the client in
moving to the chair.
B.
With the nurse's feet spread apart and knees aligned with the client's knees, stand and pivot the client
into the chair.
C.
Assist the client to a standing position by gently lifting upward, underneath the axillae.
D.
Stand beside the client, place the client's arms around the nurse's neck, and gently move the client to
the chair.
TERM
B
Rationale: Option B describes the correct positioning of the nurse and affords the nurse Image
a wide base of support while stabilizing the client's knees when assisting to a standing
position. The chair should be placed at a 45-degree angle to the bed, with the back of
the chair toward the head of the bed. Clients should never be lifted under the axillae;
, this could damage nerves and strain the nurse's back. The client should be instructed to
use the arms of the chair and should never place his or her arms around the nurse's neck;
this places undue stress on the nurse's neck and back and increases the risk for a fall.
DEFINITION
4
How many mL will the nurse document on the client's intake and output record from the items listed?
_____ mL
1200 mL water
4 ounce container of gelatin
8 ounces of orange juice
355 mL can of soda1 cup of soup
TERM
Answer: 2155
Rationale: 1200 + 240 (8 oz) + 240 (1 cup) + 120 (4 oz) + 355 = 2155 Image
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