HESI PN FUNDAMENTALS EXIT EXAM LATEST ACTUAL EXAM 50 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS

The practical nurse (PN) is implementing a self-medication program for an older resident who is newly admitted to an assisted living community. Which actions should the PN implement to provide the resident ways to maintain safe medication administration? (select all that apply.) - ANSWER-A. Locked medication storage in the client's room. B. Medication Administration Record (MAR). D. Delivery of adequate supply of medication. E. List of findings indicating medication effectiveness. Which age-related changes in the cardiovascular system should the practical nurse (PN) document when evaluating an older client? (select all that apply.) - ANSWER-C. Cardiac murmurs. D. Widening pulse pressure. An older client who recently moved into an assisted living community refuses to eat or join any activities. When evaluating the client further, what should the practical nurse (PN) focus on during the next examination? - ANSWERDepression. The practical nurse (PN) is caring for an elderly client with functional incontinence who lives in an assisted living community. The client is alert, mildly confused, and can self ambulate. Which nursing intervention should the PN implement? - ANSWER-Offer assistance with toileting q2 hours. The healthcare provider prescribes a new medication, atrovastatin (lipitor), for an older client who arrives at the clinic for an annual physical examination. What common side effect should the practical nurse (PN) advise the client to observe for with this medication? - ANSWER-Headaches. The practical nurse (PN) is re-enforcing discharge instructions with the family of an older client who was recently admitted for an intestinal obstruction. Which statement indicates that the family understands the instructions? - ANSWER-Report abdominal distention, constipation, or any nausea and vomiting to the health care provider. An older client asks the practical nurse (PN) how he can reduce his incidents of hemorrhoidal flare ups. What information should the PN offer the client to prevent rectal discomfort?( Select all that apply.) - ANSWER-A. Increase fiber and liquids in the diet to help prevent constipation and straining.