HESI Entrance Exam Prep PDF 2026 | Questions & Correct
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1. Describe the symptoms associated with pleurodynia and how they affect a
person's breathing.
Pleurodynia results in a sharp pain in the abdomen unrelated to
breathing.
Pleurodynia is characterized by a persistent cough and fever.
Pleurodynia leads to swelling in the chest area, restricting movement.
Pleurodynia causes pain in the chest wall and muscles, which
worsens during breathing, making it difficult for individuals to take
deep breaths.
2. Describe how the consistency of bodily fluids can impact medical
assessments.
The consistency of bodily fluids is irrelevant to medical assessments.
The consistency of bodily fluids only affects their color.
The consistency of bodily fluids can indicate various health
conditions and affect diagnostic processes.
The consistency of bodily fluids is solely determined by their
temperature.
3. Ischemia can be defined as:
deficient blood supply to a part
abnormal condition of the ischium and the anus
excessive blood supply to a part
abnormal condition of the hipbone
,4. What is the definition of inversion in medical terminology?
Rotating sideways
Turning outward
Turning inward
Bending forward
5. Anterior refers to____.
close to the surface
the front
the inside
close to the head
6. What is the definition of the term 'ingest' in a medical context?
To swallow for digestion.
To absorb nutrients through the skin.
To eliminate waste from the body.
To breathe in air.
7. Primary health care:
usually refers to routine health care services usually provided by a
general practitioner or family physician
may include care provided by nurses, nurse practitioners, dieticians,
physiotherapists, and social workers
also includes mental health care and end-of-life care
all of the above
,8. What does endocrinology primarily study?
Cardiovascular system
Nervous system
Endocrine glands
Musculoskeletal system
9. In medical terminology, what does the term 'ongoing' specifically refer to?
A condition that is resolved.
A condition that is temporary.
A condition that is continuous.
A condition that is acute.
10. If a patient is described as having labile blood pressure, what implications
might this have for their treatment plan?
The treatment plan will remain constant throughout the treatment.
The treatment plan may need to be adjusted frequently to manage
fluctuations.
The patient will require no treatment due to stability.
The treatment will focus solely on long-term management without
adjustments.
11. In a clinical scenario, if a patient presents with an inflamed joint, what
symptoms would you expect to observe?
Swelling, bruising, and loss of function in the joint area
Increased mobility, decreased pain, and normal temperature in the
joint area
, Redness, swelling, warmth, and tenderness in the joint area
Paleness, stiffness, coldness, and numbness in the joint area
12. What is the definition of angiogenesis?
The development of nerve cells.
The formation of blood vessels.
The process of cell division.
The breakdown of tissues.
13. Describe the purpose of performing an abdominocentesis in a clinical
setting.
To perform a biopsy of abdominal organs.
To assess the function of the liver.
To remove excess fluid from the abdominal cavity for diagnostic or
therapeutic reasons.
To administer medication directly into the abdomen.
14. The medical term anterior means what?
situated at or directed toward the front
relating to, or situated at or on the side
Situated above or directed upward.
directed toward or situated at the back
15. What does the term 'ominous' indicate in a medical context?
It indicates a routine procedure.
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1. Describe the symptoms associated with pleurodynia and how they affect a
person's breathing.
Pleurodynia results in a sharp pain in the abdomen unrelated to
breathing.
Pleurodynia is characterized by a persistent cough and fever.
Pleurodynia leads to swelling in the chest area, restricting movement.
Pleurodynia causes pain in the chest wall and muscles, which
worsens during breathing, making it difficult for individuals to take
deep breaths.
2. Describe how the consistency of bodily fluids can impact medical
assessments.
The consistency of bodily fluids is irrelevant to medical assessments.
The consistency of bodily fluids only affects their color.
The consistency of bodily fluids can indicate various health
conditions and affect diagnostic processes.
The consistency of bodily fluids is solely determined by their
temperature.
3. Ischemia can be defined as:
deficient blood supply to a part
abnormal condition of the ischium and the anus
excessive blood supply to a part
abnormal condition of the hipbone
,4. What is the definition of inversion in medical terminology?
Rotating sideways
Turning outward
Turning inward
Bending forward
5. Anterior refers to____.
close to the surface
the front
the inside
close to the head
6. What is the definition of the term 'ingest' in a medical context?
To swallow for digestion.
To absorb nutrients through the skin.
To eliminate waste from the body.
To breathe in air.
7. Primary health care:
usually refers to routine health care services usually provided by a
general practitioner or family physician
may include care provided by nurses, nurse practitioners, dieticians,
physiotherapists, and social workers
also includes mental health care and end-of-life care
all of the above
,8. What does endocrinology primarily study?
Cardiovascular system
Nervous system
Endocrine glands
Musculoskeletal system
9. In medical terminology, what does the term 'ongoing' specifically refer to?
A condition that is resolved.
A condition that is temporary.
A condition that is continuous.
A condition that is acute.
10. If a patient is described as having labile blood pressure, what implications
might this have for their treatment plan?
The treatment plan will remain constant throughout the treatment.
The treatment plan may need to be adjusted frequently to manage
fluctuations.
The patient will require no treatment due to stability.
The treatment will focus solely on long-term management without
adjustments.
11. In a clinical scenario, if a patient presents with an inflamed joint, what
symptoms would you expect to observe?
Swelling, bruising, and loss of function in the joint area
Increased mobility, decreased pain, and normal temperature in the
joint area
, Redness, swelling, warmth, and tenderness in the joint area
Paleness, stiffness, coldness, and numbness in the joint area
12. What is the definition of angiogenesis?
The development of nerve cells.
The formation of blood vessels.
The process of cell division.
The breakdown of tissues.
13. Describe the purpose of performing an abdominocentesis in a clinical
setting.
To perform a biopsy of abdominal organs.
To assess the function of the liver.
To remove excess fluid from the abdominal cavity for diagnostic or
therapeutic reasons.
To administer medication directly into the abdomen.
14. The medical term anterior means what?
situated at or directed toward the front
relating to, or situated at or on the side
Situated above or directed upward.
directed toward or situated at the back
15. What does the term 'ominous' indicate in a medical context?
It indicates a routine procedure.
