HESI PN/LPN EXIT EXAM
COMPLETE ADVANCED REVIEW COURSE
Practical/Vocational Nursing Exit Examination
Level Advanced Review Format Word Document
Exam HESI PN Exit Sections 16 Modules
This course provides an advanced, focused review of every content domain tested on the HESI PN/LPN Exit
Examination. Each module includes core concepts, high-yield clinical pearls, priority nursing actions, practice
questions with rationales, and HESI-style test-taking strategies. Designed for candidates with nursing knowledge
who need structured, exam-targeted reinforcement.
,TABLE OF CONTENTS
Module 1 Fundamentals of Nursing & Basic Care
Module 2 Pharmacology & Medication Administration
Module 3 Medical-Surgical Nursing I — Cardiovascular & Respiratory
Module 4 Medical-Surgical Nursing II — Neurological & Musculoskeletal
Module 5 Medical-Surgical Nursing III — GI, Renal & Endocrine
Module 6 Medical-Surgical Nursing IV — Integumentary, Immune & Oncology
Module 7 Maternal-Newborn Nursing
Module 8 Pediatric Nursing
Module 9 Mental Health & Psychiatric Nursing
Module 10 Gerontological Nursing
Module 11 Nutrition & Fluid/Electrolyte Balance
Module 12 Perioperative & Emergency Nursing
Module 13 Leadership, Management & Delegation
Module 14 Legal, Ethical & Professional Standards
Module 15 HESI Test-Taking Strategies & Critical Thinking
Module 16 Comprehensive Practice Questions (150 Q&A)
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, MODULE 1: FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING & BASIC CARE
1.1 Nursing Process (ADPIE)
The nursing process is the foundation of all clinical decision-making on the HESI. Every question that asks 'what
should the nurse do first?' is rooted in the nursing process.
ADPIE Framework
Column Description
Assessment Collect subjective & objective data. ALWAYS the first step unless
a life-threatening intervention is already identified.
Diagnosis Analyze data; identify nursing diagnoses. Prioritize using Maslow
and ABCs.
Planning Set measurable, client-centered goals. SMART goals: Specific,
Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound.
Implementation Carry out the plan. Independent, dependent, and collaborative
nursing actions.
Evaluation Determine if goals were met. If not met, restart the process.
TEST TIP
On the HESI: Assessment ALWAYS comes before implementation unless the client is in immediate
life-threatening danger (e.g., airway obstruction). When in doubt — assess first.
1.2 Maslow's Hierarchy & Clinical Prioritization
Maslow's hierarchy guides priority-setting. Physiological needs (airway, breathing, circulation, pain) always
outrank psychological or safety needs in acute care.
Priority Order in Clinical Decisions
• 1. Physiological — Airway, Breathing, Circulation (ABCs), then Nutrition, Elimination, Rest
• 2. Safety & Security — Fall prevention, infection control, medication safety
• 3. Love & Belonging — Support systems, therapeutic relationship
• 4. Esteem — Client education, autonomy, informed decision-making
• 5. Self-Actualization — Optimal health, achieving personal goals
1.3 Vital Signs — High-Yield Normal Values
Adult Normal Vital Signs
COMPLETE ADVANCED REVIEW COURSE
Practical/Vocational Nursing Exit Examination
Level Advanced Review Format Word Document
Exam HESI PN Exit Sections 16 Modules
This course provides an advanced, focused review of every content domain tested on the HESI PN/LPN Exit
Examination. Each module includes core concepts, high-yield clinical pearls, priority nursing actions, practice
questions with rationales, and HESI-style test-taking strategies. Designed for candidates with nursing knowledge
who need structured, exam-targeted reinforcement.
,TABLE OF CONTENTS
Module 1 Fundamentals of Nursing & Basic Care
Module 2 Pharmacology & Medication Administration
Module 3 Medical-Surgical Nursing I — Cardiovascular & Respiratory
Module 4 Medical-Surgical Nursing II — Neurological & Musculoskeletal
Module 5 Medical-Surgical Nursing III — GI, Renal & Endocrine
Module 6 Medical-Surgical Nursing IV — Integumentary, Immune & Oncology
Module 7 Maternal-Newborn Nursing
Module 8 Pediatric Nursing
Module 9 Mental Health & Psychiatric Nursing
Module 10 Gerontological Nursing
Module 11 Nutrition & Fluid/Electrolyte Balance
Module 12 Perioperative & Emergency Nursing
Module 13 Leadership, Management & Delegation
Module 14 Legal, Ethical & Professional Standards
Module 15 HESI Test-Taking Strategies & Critical Thinking
Module 16 Comprehensive Practice Questions (150 Q&A)
,
, MODULE 1: FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING & BASIC CARE
1.1 Nursing Process (ADPIE)
The nursing process is the foundation of all clinical decision-making on the HESI. Every question that asks 'what
should the nurse do first?' is rooted in the nursing process.
ADPIE Framework
Column Description
Assessment Collect subjective & objective data. ALWAYS the first step unless
a life-threatening intervention is already identified.
Diagnosis Analyze data; identify nursing diagnoses. Prioritize using Maslow
and ABCs.
Planning Set measurable, client-centered goals. SMART goals: Specific,
Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound.
Implementation Carry out the plan. Independent, dependent, and collaborative
nursing actions.
Evaluation Determine if goals were met. If not met, restart the process.
TEST TIP
On the HESI: Assessment ALWAYS comes before implementation unless the client is in immediate
life-threatening danger (e.g., airway obstruction). When in doubt — assess first.
1.2 Maslow's Hierarchy & Clinical Prioritization
Maslow's hierarchy guides priority-setting. Physiological needs (airway, breathing, circulation, pain) always
outrank psychological or safety needs in acute care.
Priority Order in Clinical Decisions
• 1. Physiological — Airway, Breathing, Circulation (ABCs), then Nutrition, Elimination, Rest
• 2. Safety & Security — Fall prevention, infection control, medication safety
• 3. Love & Belonging — Support systems, therapeutic relationship
• 4. Esteem — Client education, autonomy, informed decision-making
• 5. Self-Actualization — Optimal health, achieving personal goals
1.3 Vital Signs — High-Yield Normal Values
Adult Normal Vital Signs
