HESI PN EXIT EXAM VERSION 3 NEWEST VERSION
COMPLETE 160 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+
The LPN/LVN is standing at the clinic desk when a mother and preschool child
approach. The mother tells the nurse that her child has a fever and rash. What
action should the nurse take?
A. Take the child immediately to a different part of the clinic
B. Have them wait in the waiting area away from the other children
C. Tell the mother to return to the clinic when the rash subsides
D. Place them first on the list to see the healthcare practitioner
B. Have them wait in the waiting area away from the other children
A LPN/LVN is contributing to a care plan for an adolescent female client with
Anorexia Nervosa. Which outcome statement or goal would be most appropriate
for this client?
A She will participate in a daily aerobic exercise program
B. She will consume at least 50 percent of all meals
C. Her laboratory values will remain within normal limits
D. She will develop a positive body image and self-identity
D. She will develop a positive body image and self- identity
A female client with no family history of Breast Cancer (BA) asks the nurse how
often she should obtain a Mammogram. Which additional client information
should the nurse obtain before answering this client's question?
A. Current age
B. Breast size
C. Breastfeeding history
D. Menopausal status
C. Breastfeeding history
, HESI PN EXIT EXAM VERSION 3 NEWEST VERSION
COMPLETE 160 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+
The LPN/LVN is working on the postpartum unit and is assisting a new mother
with her newborn's diaper change. The mother states that the infant fed well and
completed the whole bottle of formula. What action should the nurse implement
first when the infant begins to spit up during the diaper change?
A. Bubble or burp the infant by patting the infant's back
B. Encourage the mother to avoid over feeding the infant
C. Turn the newborn and bulb suction the mouth and nose
D. Wipe away the secretions and finish the diaper change
C. Turn the newborn and bulb suction the mouth and nose
An older male client tells the nurse that his religion does not permit him to bathe
daily. How should the nurse respond?
A. Review the importance of hygienic measures for improved health
B. State that the healthcare provider has prescribed a bath today
C. Offer the client several choices of times to bathe during the day
D. Request that the client clarify his religious beliefs about bathing
D. Request that the client clarify his religious beliefs about bathing
A new father asks the nurse the reason for placing an ophthalmic ointment in his
newborn's eyes. What information should the PN provide?
A. Possible exposure to an environmental staphylococcus infection can infect the
newborn's eyes and cause visual deficits
B. The newborn is at risk for blindness from a corneal syphilitic infection acquired
from a mother's infected vagina
C. Treatment prevents tear duct obstruction with harmful exudate from a vaginal
birth that can lead to dry eyes in the newborn
D. State law mandates all newborns receive prophylactic treatment to prevent
gonorrheal or chlamydial ophthalmic infection
, HESI PN EXIT EXAM VERSION 3 NEWEST VERSION
COMPLETE 160 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+
D. State law mandates all newborns receive prophylactic treatment to prevent
gonorrheal or chlamydial ophthalmic infection
The scope of practice for the practical nurse includes which client assessments?
A. An agitated client with bilateral wrist restraints
B. New admission of a client with deep vein thrombosis
C. Return of a postanesthetic client following a colon resection
D. Transfer of a client with sepsis from a long-term care facility
D. Transfer of a client with sepsis from a long-term care facility
What skin care measure should the nurse implement for a client who underwent an
external radiation treatment the previous day?
A. Cleanse the radiated area with water and pat the skin dry
B. Lightly massage the radiated skin with a lanolin-based lotion
C. Rinse the site with normal saline and cover with a sterile towel
D. Use of soft washcloth to gently remove the skin markings
A. Cleanse the radiated area with water and pat the skin dry
Which organ lays retroperitoeally?
A. Kidneys
B. Testicles
C. Urinary bladder
D. Pancreas
A. Kidneys
The LPN/LVN is caring for a client with Myasthenia Gravis. What time of day is
best for the nurse to schedule physical exercises with the physical therapy
department?
, HESI PN EXIT EXAM VERSION 3 NEWEST VERSION
COMPLETE 160 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+
A. Before bedtime, at 2000
B. After breakfast
C. Before the evening meal
D. After lunch
B. After breakfast
The LPN/LVN is planning to ambulate client who has been on bed rest for 24
hours following a Colon Resection. To ambulate this client safely, which
intervention should the nurse implement first?
A. Place non-skid shoes on the client
B. Show the client how to use the call light
C. Use a gait belt to support the client
D. Assist the client to a bedside sitting position
D. Assist the client to a bedside sitting position
A Client is admitted to the hospital with second and third-degree burns to the face
and neck. How should the nurse best position the client to maximize the function
of the neck and face and prevent contracture?
A. The neck extended backward using a rolled towel behind the neck
B. Prone position using pillows to support both arms outward from the torso C.
Side-lying position using pillows to support the abdomen and back
D. The neck forward using pillows under the head and sandbags on both sides
A. The neck extended backward using a rolled towel behind the neck
A client receives a new prescription for the angiotensin II receptor antagonist
losartan (Cozaar). Which client instruction should the nurse encourage this client
to follow?
A. Move slowly when getting up to prevent sudden dizziness
COMPLETE 160 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+
The LPN/LVN is standing at the clinic desk when a mother and preschool child
approach. The mother tells the nurse that her child has a fever and rash. What
action should the nurse take?
A. Take the child immediately to a different part of the clinic
B. Have them wait in the waiting area away from the other children
C. Tell the mother to return to the clinic when the rash subsides
D. Place them first on the list to see the healthcare practitioner
B. Have them wait in the waiting area away from the other children
A LPN/LVN is contributing to a care plan for an adolescent female client with
Anorexia Nervosa. Which outcome statement or goal would be most appropriate
for this client?
A She will participate in a daily aerobic exercise program
B. She will consume at least 50 percent of all meals
C. Her laboratory values will remain within normal limits
D. She will develop a positive body image and self-identity
D. She will develop a positive body image and self- identity
A female client with no family history of Breast Cancer (BA) asks the nurse how
often she should obtain a Mammogram. Which additional client information
should the nurse obtain before answering this client's question?
A. Current age
B. Breast size
C. Breastfeeding history
D. Menopausal status
C. Breastfeeding history
, HESI PN EXIT EXAM VERSION 3 NEWEST VERSION
COMPLETE 160 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+
The LPN/LVN is working on the postpartum unit and is assisting a new mother
with her newborn's diaper change. The mother states that the infant fed well and
completed the whole bottle of formula. What action should the nurse implement
first when the infant begins to spit up during the diaper change?
A. Bubble or burp the infant by patting the infant's back
B. Encourage the mother to avoid over feeding the infant
C. Turn the newborn and bulb suction the mouth and nose
D. Wipe away the secretions and finish the diaper change
C. Turn the newborn and bulb suction the mouth and nose
An older male client tells the nurse that his religion does not permit him to bathe
daily. How should the nurse respond?
A. Review the importance of hygienic measures for improved health
B. State that the healthcare provider has prescribed a bath today
C. Offer the client several choices of times to bathe during the day
D. Request that the client clarify his religious beliefs about bathing
D. Request that the client clarify his religious beliefs about bathing
A new father asks the nurse the reason for placing an ophthalmic ointment in his
newborn's eyes. What information should the PN provide?
A. Possible exposure to an environmental staphylococcus infection can infect the
newborn's eyes and cause visual deficits
B. The newborn is at risk for blindness from a corneal syphilitic infection acquired
from a mother's infected vagina
C. Treatment prevents tear duct obstruction with harmful exudate from a vaginal
birth that can lead to dry eyes in the newborn
D. State law mandates all newborns receive prophylactic treatment to prevent
gonorrheal or chlamydial ophthalmic infection
, HESI PN EXIT EXAM VERSION 3 NEWEST VERSION
COMPLETE 160 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+
D. State law mandates all newborns receive prophylactic treatment to prevent
gonorrheal or chlamydial ophthalmic infection
The scope of practice for the practical nurse includes which client assessments?
A. An agitated client with bilateral wrist restraints
B. New admission of a client with deep vein thrombosis
C. Return of a postanesthetic client following a colon resection
D. Transfer of a client with sepsis from a long-term care facility
D. Transfer of a client with sepsis from a long-term care facility
What skin care measure should the nurse implement for a client who underwent an
external radiation treatment the previous day?
A. Cleanse the radiated area with water and pat the skin dry
B. Lightly massage the radiated skin with a lanolin-based lotion
C. Rinse the site with normal saline and cover with a sterile towel
D. Use of soft washcloth to gently remove the skin markings
A. Cleanse the radiated area with water and pat the skin dry
Which organ lays retroperitoeally?
A. Kidneys
B. Testicles
C. Urinary bladder
D. Pancreas
A. Kidneys
The LPN/LVN is caring for a client with Myasthenia Gravis. What time of day is
best for the nurse to schedule physical exercises with the physical therapy
department?
, HESI PN EXIT EXAM VERSION 3 NEWEST VERSION
COMPLETE 160 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+
A. Before bedtime, at 2000
B. After breakfast
C. Before the evening meal
D. After lunch
B. After breakfast
The LPN/LVN is planning to ambulate client who has been on bed rest for 24
hours following a Colon Resection. To ambulate this client safely, which
intervention should the nurse implement first?
A. Place non-skid shoes on the client
B. Show the client how to use the call light
C. Use a gait belt to support the client
D. Assist the client to a bedside sitting position
D. Assist the client to a bedside sitting position
A Client is admitted to the hospital with second and third-degree burns to the face
and neck. How should the nurse best position the client to maximize the function
of the neck and face and prevent contracture?
A. The neck extended backward using a rolled towel behind the neck
B. Prone position using pillows to support both arms outward from the torso C.
Side-lying position using pillows to support the abdomen and back
D. The neck forward using pillows under the head and sandbags on both sides
A. The neck extended backward using a rolled towel behind the neck
A client receives a new prescription for the angiotensin II receptor antagonist
losartan (Cozaar). Which client instruction should the nurse encourage this client
to follow?
A. Move slowly when getting up to prevent sudden dizziness
