HESI FUNDAMENTALS PRACTICE EXAM
with Questions and Correct Answers
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(Newest version)
The nurse observes that a male client has removed the covering from an ice park
applied to his knee. What action should the nurse take first?
A. Observe the appearance of the skin under the ice pack.
B. Instruct the client regarding the need for the covering.
C. Reapply the covering after filling with fresh ice.
D. Ask the client how long the ice was applied to the skin. - Observe the appearance
of the skin under the ice pack (The first action taken by the nurse should be to
assess the skin for any possible thermal injury. If no injury to the skin has occurred,
the nurse can take the other actions.)
The nurse mixes 50 mg of Nipride in 250 mL of D5W and plans to administer the
solution at a rate of 5 mcg/kg/min to a client weighting 182 lbs. Using a drip factor of
60 gtt/mL, how many drops per minute should the client receive? - 124 gtt/min
The healthcare provider prescribes an IV infusion of 1000 ml of Ringer's Lactate w/
30 units of Pitocin to run in over 4 hours for a client who has just delivered a 10
pound infant by cesarean section. The tubing has been changed to a 20 gtt/ml
administration set. The nurse plans to set the flow rate at how many gtt/min? - 83
gtt/min
Which assessment data provides the most accurate determination of proper
placement of a nasogastric tube? - Examining a chest x-ray obtained after the tubing
was inserted
Three days following a surgery, a male client observes his colostomy for the first
time. He becomes quite upset and tells the nurse that it is much bigger than he
expected. What is the best response by the nurse?
A. Reassure the client that he will become accustomed to the stoma appearance in
time.
B. Instruct the client that the stoma will become much smaller when the initial
swelling diminishes.
C. Offer to contact a member of the local ostomy support group to help him with his
concerns.
,D. Encourage the client to handle the stoma equipment to gain confidence with the
procedure. - B. Instruct the client that the stoma will become smaller when the initial
swelling diminishes (Postoperative swelling causes enlargement of the stoma. The
nurse can teach the client that the stoma will become smaller when swelling is
diminished (B). This will help reduce the client's anxiety and promote acceptance of
the colostomy. (A) does not provide helpful teaching or support. (C) is a useful
action, and may be taken after the nurse provides pertinent teaching. The client is
not yet demonstrating readiness to learn colostomy care. (D)
A female client with a nasogastric tube attached to low suction states that she is
nauseated. The nurse assesses that there has been no drainage through the
nasogastric tube in the last two hours. What action should the nurse take first?
A. Irrigate the nasogastric tube with sterile normal saline.
B. Reposition the client on her side.
C. Advance the nasogastric tube an additional five centimeters.
D. Administer an intravenous antiemetic prescribed for PRN use. - B. Reposition the
client on her side. (The immediate priority is to determine if the tube is functioning
correctly, which would then relieve the client's nausea. The least invasive
intervention (B) should be attempted first, followed by (A and C), unless either of
these interventions is contraindicated. If these measures are unsuccessful, the client
may require an antiemetic (D))
A hospitalized male client is receiving nasogastric tube feedings via a small-bore
tube and a continuous pump infusion. He reports that he had a bad bout of severe
coughing a few minutes ago, but feels fine now. What action is best for the nurse to
take?
A. Record the coughing incident. No further action is required at this time.
B. Stop the feeding, explain to the family why it is being stopped, and notify the HCP.
C. After clearing the tube with 30 ml of air, check the pH of fluid withdrawn from the
tube.
D. Inject 30 ml of air into the tube while auscultating the epigastrium for gurgling. - C.
After clearing the tube with 30 ml of air, check the pH of fluid withdrawn from the
tube.
A male client tells the nurse that he does not know where he is or what year it is.
What data should the nurse document that is most accurate?
A. demonstrates loss of remote memory
B. exhibits expressive dysphasia
C. has a diminished attention span
D. is disoriented to place and time - D. is disoriented to place and time (The client is
exhibiting disorientation (D). (A) refers to memory of the distant past. The client is
able to express himself without difficulty (B), and does not demonstrate diminished
attention span. (C).
, A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) selects a scrambled egg for his breakfast.
What action should the nurse take?
A. Commend the client for selecting a high biologic value protein.
B. Remind the client that protein in the diet should be avoided.
C. Suggest that the client also select orange juice, to promote absorption.
D. Encourage the client to attend classes on dietary management of CKD. - A.
Commend the client for selecting a high biologic value protein. (Foods such as eggs
and milk (A) are high biologic proteins which are allowed because they are complete
proteins and supply the essential amino acids that are necessary for growth and cell
repair. Orange juice is rich in potassium and should not be encouraged. The client
has made a good diet choice so (D) is not necessary.)
When assisting an 82 year old client to ambulate, it is important for the nurse to
realize that the center of gravity for an elderly person is the-- - Upper torso (The
center of gravity for adults is the hips. However, as the person grows older, a
stooped posture is common because of the changes from osteoporosis and normal
bone degeneration, and the knees, hips, and elbows flex. This stooped posture
results in the upper torso becoming the center of gravity for older persons.)
In developing a plan of care for a client with dementia, the nurse should remember
that confusion in the elderly
A. is to be expected, and progresses with age
B. often follows relocation to new surroundings
C. is a result of irreversible brain pathology
D. can be prevented with adequate sleep - B. often follows relocation to new
surroundings (Relocation (B) often results in confusion among elderly clients--
moving is stressful for anyone. (A) is stereotypical judgement. Stress in the elderly
often manifests itself as confusion, so (C) is wrong. Adequate sleep is not a
prevention (D) for confusion.)
A postoperative client will need to perform daily dressing changes after discharge.
Which outcome statement best demonstrates the client's readiness to manage his
wound care after discharge? The client
A. asks relevant questions regarding the dressing change
B. states he will be able to complete the wound care regimen
C. demonstrates the wound care procedure correctly
D. has all the necessary supplies for wound care - C. demonstrates the wound care
procedure correctly
(A return demonstration of a procedure (C) provides an objective assessment of the
client's ability to perform a task, while (A and B) are subjective measures. (D) is
important, but is less of a priority than the the nurse's assessment of the client's
ability to complete wound care.)
with Questions and Correct Answers
Review Study Guide/Guaranteed to pass!!
(Newest version)
The nurse observes that a male client has removed the covering from an ice park
applied to his knee. What action should the nurse take first?
A. Observe the appearance of the skin under the ice pack.
B. Instruct the client regarding the need for the covering.
C. Reapply the covering after filling with fresh ice.
D. Ask the client how long the ice was applied to the skin. - Observe the appearance
of the skin under the ice pack (The first action taken by the nurse should be to
assess the skin for any possible thermal injury. If no injury to the skin has occurred,
the nurse can take the other actions.)
The nurse mixes 50 mg of Nipride in 250 mL of D5W and plans to administer the
solution at a rate of 5 mcg/kg/min to a client weighting 182 lbs. Using a drip factor of
60 gtt/mL, how many drops per minute should the client receive? - 124 gtt/min
The healthcare provider prescribes an IV infusion of 1000 ml of Ringer's Lactate w/
30 units of Pitocin to run in over 4 hours for a client who has just delivered a 10
pound infant by cesarean section. The tubing has been changed to a 20 gtt/ml
administration set. The nurse plans to set the flow rate at how many gtt/min? - 83
gtt/min
Which assessment data provides the most accurate determination of proper
placement of a nasogastric tube? - Examining a chest x-ray obtained after the tubing
was inserted
Three days following a surgery, a male client observes his colostomy for the first
time. He becomes quite upset and tells the nurse that it is much bigger than he
expected. What is the best response by the nurse?
A. Reassure the client that he will become accustomed to the stoma appearance in
time.
B. Instruct the client that the stoma will become much smaller when the initial
swelling diminishes.
C. Offer to contact a member of the local ostomy support group to help him with his
concerns.
,D. Encourage the client to handle the stoma equipment to gain confidence with the
procedure. - B. Instruct the client that the stoma will become smaller when the initial
swelling diminishes (Postoperative swelling causes enlargement of the stoma. The
nurse can teach the client that the stoma will become smaller when swelling is
diminished (B). This will help reduce the client's anxiety and promote acceptance of
the colostomy. (A) does not provide helpful teaching or support. (C) is a useful
action, and may be taken after the nurse provides pertinent teaching. The client is
not yet demonstrating readiness to learn colostomy care. (D)
A female client with a nasogastric tube attached to low suction states that she is
nauseated. The nurse assesses that there has been no drainage through the
nasogastric tube in the last two hours. What action should the nurse take first?
A. Irrigate the nasogastric tube with sterile normal saline.
B. Reposition the client on her side.
C. Advance the nasogastric tube an additional five centimeters.
D. Administer an intravenous antiemetic prescribed for PRN use. - B. Reposition the
client on her side. (The immediate priority is to determine if the tube is functioning
correctly, which would then relieve the client's nausea. The least invasive
intervention (B) should be attempted first, followed by (A and C), unless either of
these interventions is contraindicated. If these measures are unsuccessful, the client
may require an antiemetic (D))
A hospitalized male client is receiving nasogastric tube feedings via a small-bore
tube and a continuous pump infusion. He reports that he had a bad bout of severe
coughing a few minutes ago, but feels fine now. What action is best for the nurse to
take?
A. Record the coughing incident. No further action is required at this time.
B. Stop the feeding, explain to the family why it is being stopped, and notify the HCP.
C. After clearing the tube with 30 ml of air, check the pH of fluid withdrawn from the
tube.
D. Inject 30 ml of air into the tube while auscultating the epigastrium for gurgling. - C.
After clearing the tube with 30 ml of air, check the pH of fluid withdrawn from the
tube.
A male client tells the nurse that he does not know where he is or what year it is.
What data should the nurse document that is most accurate?
A. demonstrates loss of remote memory
B. exhibits expressive dysphasia
C. has a diminished attention span
D. is disoriented to place and time - D. is disoriented to place and time (The client is
exhibiting disorientation (D). (A) refers to memory of the distant past. The client is
able to express himself without difficulty (B), and does not demonstrate diminished
attention span. (C).
, A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) selects a scrambled egg for his breakfast.
What action should the nurse take?
A. Commend the client for selecting a high biologic value protein.
B. Remind the client that protein in the diet should be avoided.
C. Suggest that the client also select orange juice, to promote absorption.
D. Encourage the client to attend classes on dietary management of CKD. - A.
Commend the client for selecting a high biologic value protein. (Foods such as eggs
and milk (A) are high biologic proteins which are allowed because they are complete
proteins and supply the essential amino acids that are necessary for growth and cell
repair. Orange juice is rich in potassium and should not be encouraged. The client
has made a good diet choice so (D) is not necessary.)
When assisting an 82 year old client to ambulate, it is important for the nurse to
realize that the center of gravity for an elderly person is the-- - Upper torso (The
center of gravity for adults is the hips. However, as the person grows older, a
stooped posture is common because of the changes from osteoporosis and normal
bone degeneration, and the knees, hips, and elbows flex. This stooped posture
results in the upper torso becoming the center of gravity for older persons.)
In developing a plan of care for a client with dementia, the nurse should remember
that confusion in the elderly
A. is to be expected, and progresses with age
B. often follows relocation to new surroundings
C. is a result of irreversible brain pathology
D. can be prevented with adequate sleep - B. often follows relocation to new
surroundings (Relocation (B) often results in confusion among elderly clients--
moving is stressful for anyone. (A) is stereotypical judgement. Stress in the elderly
often manifests itself as confusion, so (C) is wrong. Adequate sleep is not a
prevention (D) for confusion.)
A postoperative client will need to perform daily dressing changes after discharge.
Which outcome statement best demonstrates the client's readiness to manage his
wound care after discharge? The client
A. asks relevant questions regarding the dressing change
B. states he will be able to complete the wound care regimen
C. demonstrates the wound care procedure correctly
D. has all the necessary supplies for wound care - C. demonstrates the wound care
procedure correctly
(A return demonstration of a procedure (C) provides an objective assessment of the
client's ability to perform a task, while (A and B) are subjective measures. (D) is
important, but is less of a priority than the the nurse's assessment of the client's
ability to complete wound care.)
