HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
1- An adult child of a dying client says to the nurse in the nursing home, "I am so upset
because my parent is always angry at me." The nurse's best initial response is "Your parent is:
Working through acceptance of the situation."
2- During the beginning phase of a therapeutic relationship, a clear understanding
of participants' roles is important because the client:
Needs to know what to expect from the relationship
3- The nurse is assessing a group of older adults. Which should the nurse consider to be
least likely to be affected by aging?
Strategies to handle stress
4- What is the primary purpose of evidence-based nursing (EBP)?
Using results from research to improve the outcome of nursing
care
5-
A high-protein diet is recommended for a client recovering from a fracture. The nurse recalls that
the rationale for a high-protein diet is to
Promote cell growth and bone union
6-
Nursing actions for the older adult should include health education and promotion of self-care.
Which is most important when working with the older adult client?
Reinforcing the client's strengths and promoting reminiscing
7-
A nurse assesses the lungs of a client and auscultates soft, crackling, bubbling breath sounds that
are more obvious on inspiration. This assessment should be documented as:
Crackles
8-
A nurse hired to work in a metropolitan hospital provides services for a culturally diverse
population. One of the nurses on the unit says it is the nurses' responsibility to discourage "these
people" from bringing all that "home medicine stuff" to their family members. Which response by
the recently hired nurse is most appropriate?
You are right because they may have a negative impact on people's health.
HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
,HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
9-
During a newborn assessment the nurse identifies that the temperature, pulse, respirations, and
other physical characteristics are within the expected range. The nurse records these findings
on the clinical record. Legally, how should the nurse's action be interpreted?
The nurse met the requirements set forth in the Nurse Practice Act.
10-
Which of the following legal defenses is the most important for a nurse to develop?
Accountability
11-
A nurse applies a heating pad to a client's buttocks. Upon removal of the heating pad, the
nurse discovers that the client has received burns due to incorrect settings when the heating
pad was initiated. Which principle would legally apply?
The nurse could be held liable for the injury that
occurred 12-
HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
,HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
The plan of care for the client was to lose 7 pounds by the end of the month. The client only lost 3
pounds. The nurse should:
Reevaluate the plan of care for appropriateness.
13-
When caring for a client with venous insufficiency, the nurse would implement which nursing
measure?
Elevate the client's legs above heart level.
14-
A nurse is teaching a client about gentamycin (Garamycin) that has been prescribed for a severe
infection. Which statement indicates to the nurse that the client needs further teaching?
It is okay for me to stop taking this medication after a few days."\
15-
A nurse is assigned to change a central line dressing. The agency policy is to clean the site with
Betadine and then cleanse with alcohol. The nurse recently attended a conference that presented
information that alcohol should precede Betadine in a dressing change. In addition, an article in a
nursing journal stated that a new product was a more effective antibacterial than alcohol and
Betadine. The nurse has a sample of the new product. How Should the nurse proceed?
Follow the agency's policy unless it is contradicted by a health care provider's prescription.
16-
While the nurse moves a client from a lying to standing position, the client experiences a rapid
drop in
blood pressure. The nurse would report this finding as:
Orthostatic hypotension
17-
A client experiences a muscle sprain of the ankle. When assessing the injury, the nurse discovers
that a hematoma is developing, edema is present and that the client reports tenderness when the
ankle is palpated. The nurse anticipates that the plan of care will include the application of a(n):
Ice bag18- The professional obligation of a nurse to assume responsibility for actions is referred
to as:
Accountability
19-
The nurse prepares to give a prescribed capsule of hydroxyzine (Vistaril) to a client. The client
begins to vomit so the nurse holds the oral medication. The nurse has not opened the medication
HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
, HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
package. Proper and safe disposal of the capsule of hydroxyzine requires the nurse to:
Return the capsule to the pharmacy
20-
When providing care for a client with a nasogastric (NG) tube, the nurse should take measures to
prevent what serious complication?
Aspiration pneumonia
21- The nurse is caring for a client admitted with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
The nurse should monitor the results of which laboratory test to evaluate the client for hypoxia?
Arterial blood gas
22-
A client with a leg prosthesis and a history of syncopal episodes is being admitted to the hospital.
When formulating the plan of care for this client, the nurse should include that the client is at
risk for:
Falls
23-
A 50-year-old client being seen for a routine physical asks why a stool specimen for occult
blood testing has been prescribed when there is no history of health problems. What is an
appropriate nursing response?
"It is performed routinely starting at your age as part of an assessment for colon cancer
24-
An adult child of a dying client says to the nurse in the nursing home, "I am so upset because my
parent is always angry at me." The nurse's best initial response is "Your parent is:
working through acceptance of the situation."
25-
A health care provider tells a client about the diagnosis of inoperable cancer and that the client
does not have long to live. After the health care provider leaves, the client says to the nurse, "I feel
fine. I probably only have the flu." The nurse determines that the client is in the denial stage of
grief. What should the nurse do to help meet the client's emotional needs?
Allow the denial and be available to discuss the situation with the client.
26-
The nurse has provided instructions about back safety to a client. Which client statement
indicates
understanding of the instructions?
HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
1- An adult child of a dying client says to the nurse in the nursing home, "I am so upset
because my parent is always angry at me." The nurse's best initial response is "Your parent is:
Working through acceptance of the situation."
2- During the beginning phase of a therapeutic relationship, a clear understanding
of participants' roles is important because the client:
Needs to know what to expect from the relationship
3- The nurse is assessing a group of older adults. Which should the nurse consider to be
least likely to be affected by aging?
Strategies to handle stress
4- What is the primary purpose of evidence-based nursing (EBP)?
Using results from research to improve the outcome of nursing
care
5-
A high-protein diet is recommended for a client recovering from a fracture. The nurse recalls that
the rationale for a high-protein diet is to
Promote cell growth and bone union
6-
Nursing actions for the older adult should include health education and promotion of self-care.
Which is most important when working with the older adult client?
Reinforcing the client's strengths and promoting reminiscing
7-
A nurse assesses the lungs of a client and auscultates soft, crackling, bubbling breath sounds that
are more obvious on inspiration. This assessment should be documented as:
Crackles
8-
A nurse hired to work in a metropolitan hospital provides services for a culturally diverse
population. One of the nurses on the unit says it is the nurses' responsibility to discourage "these
people" from bringing all that "home medicine stuff" to their family members. Which response by
the recently hired nurse is most appropriate?
You are right because they may have a negative impact on people's health.
HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
,HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
9-
During a newborn assessment the nurse identifies that the temperature, pulse, respirations, and
other physical characteristics are within the expected range. The nurse records these findings
on the clinical record. Legally, how should the nurse's action be interpreted?
The nurse met the requirements set forth in the Nurse Practice Act.
10-
Which of the following legal defenses is the most important for a nurse to develop?
Accountability
11-
A nurse applies a heating pad to a client's buttocks. Upon removal of the heating pad, the
nurse discovers that the client has received burns due to incorrect settings when the heating
pad was initiated. Which principle would legally apply?
The nurse could be held liable for the injury that
occurred 12-
HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
,HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
The plan of care for the client was to lose 7 pounds by the end of the month. The client only lost 3
pounds. The nurse should:
Reevaluate the plan of care for appropriateness.
13-
When caring for a client with venous insufficiency, the nurse would implement which nursing
measure?
Elevate the client's legs above heart level.
14-
A nurse is teaching a client about gentamycin (Garamycin) that has been prescribed for a severe
infection. Which statement indicates to the nurse that the client needs further teaching?
It is okay for me to stop taking this medication after a few days."\
15-
A nurse is assigned to change a central line dressing. The agency policy is to clean the site with
Betadine and then cleanse with alcohol. The nurse recently attended a conference that presented
information that alcohol should precede Betadine in a dressing change. In addition, an article in a
nursing journal stated that a new product was a more effective antibacterial than alcohol and
Betadine. The nurse has a sample of the new product. How Should the nurse proceed?
Follow the agency's policy unless it is contradicted by a health care provider's prescription.
16-
While the nurse moves a client from a lying to standing position, the client experiences a rapid
drop in
blood pressure. The nurse would report this finding as:
Orthostatic hypotension
17-
A client experiences a muscle sprain of the ankle. When assessing the injury, the nurse discovers
that a hematoma is developing, edema is present and that the client reports tenderness when the
ankle is palpated. The nurse anticipates that the plan of care will include the application of a(n):
Ice bag18- The professional obligation of a nurse to assume responsibility for actions is referred
to as:
Accountability
19-
The nurse prepares to give a prescribed capsule of hydroxyzine (Vistaril) to a client. The client
begins to vomit so the nurse holds the oral medication. The nurse has not opened the medication
HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
, HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
package. Proper and safe disposal of the capsule of hydroxyzine requires the nurse to:
Return the capsule to the pharmacy
20-
When providing care for a client with a nasogastric (NG) tube, the nurse should take measures to
prevent what serious complication?
Aspiration pneumonia
21- The nurse is caring for a client admitted with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
The nurse should monitor the results of which laboratory test to evaluate the client for hypoxia?
Arterial blood gas
22-
A client with a leg prosthesis and a history of syncopal episodes is being admitted to the hospital.
When formulating the plan of care for this client, the nurse should include that the client is at
risk for:
Falls
23-
A 50-year-old client being seen for a routine physical asks why a stool specimen for occult
blood testing has been prescribed when there is no history of health problems. What is an
appropriate nursing response?
"It is performed routinely starting at your age as part of an assessment for colon cancer
24-
An adult child of a dying client says to the nurse in the nursing home, "I am so upset because my
parent is always angry at me." The nurse's best initial response is "Your parent is:
working through acceptance of the situation."
25-
A health care provider tells a client about the diagnosis of inoperable cancer and that the client
does not have long to live. After the health care provider leaves, the client says to the nurse, "I feel
fine. I probably only have the flu." The nurse determines that the client is in the denial stage of
grief. What should the nurse do to help meet the client's emotional needs?
Allow the denial and be available to discuss the situation with the client.
26-
The nurse has provided instructions about back safety to a client. Which client statement
indicates
understanding of the instructions?
HESI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING EXAM ALL VERSIONS
COVERD QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
