HESI LPN
Leadership and Management HESI Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Select all of the risk factors that are associated with deep vein thrombosis.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: "The use of oral contraceptives." Risk factors for deep vein thrombosis include factors such as immobility, surgery, cancer, obesity, smoking, and the use of oral contraceptives.
Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because blood type and Rh factor do not play a role in the development of deep vein thrombosis, and being underweight is not typically considered a risk factor for this condition.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to complete an incident report regarding a medication error. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is to identify the medication name and dosage administered to the client in the incident report. This information is crucial for accurate documentation and investigation of the medication error.
Choice A is incorrect because incident reports are usually kept confidential and not for personal keeping.
Choice C is incorrect as obtaining an order from the client's provider is not necessary to complete an incident report.
Choice D, while important, is not the only essential information needed for the incident report.
Question 3 of 5
Which preventive measure can be employed to decrease the risk of compartment syndrome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B. A bivalve cast can help decrease the risk of compartment syndrome by providing space for swelling, thus preventing the build-up of pressure within the muscles.
Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they are not directly related to preventing compartment syndrome.
Choice A is more focused on managing heart failure, choice C on reducing intracranial pressure, and choice D on restoring intrathoracic pressure after a pneumothorax, which are not relevant to preventing compartment syndrome.
Question 4 of 5
What are the six levels of consciousness from the most to the least responsive level of consciousness? Number all six using 1 as the most conscious and 6 as the least conscious.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct order of the six levels of consciousness from most to least responsive is Alert, Confused, Lethargic, Obtunded, Stuporous, Comatose.
Choice A is incorrect because it starts with Obtunded, which is less responsive than Alert.
Choice B is incorrect as it doesn't follow the correct order.
Choice C is incorrect as Lethargic is more responsive than Obtunded.
Therefore, the correct answer is D.
Question 5 of 5
A healthcare professional is reviewing a client's laboratory report and notes that the serum calcium level is 4.0 mg/dL. The healthcare professional understands that which condition most likely caused this serum calcium level?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prolonged bed rest can lead to hypocalcemia due to decreased mobility and bone resorption. In this scenario, the low serum calcium level of 4.0 mg/dL is likely a result of decreased bone activity and calcium release due to prolonged bed rest. Renal insufficiency would more likely lead to hypercalcemia due to impaired excretion of calcium by the kidneys. Hyperparathyroidism is characterized by increased calcium levels as a result of excess parathyroid hormone. Excessive ingestion of vitamin D can cause hypercalcemia by increasing intestinal absorption of calcium.