HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals of Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client how to self-administer low-molecular-weight heparin subcutaneously. Which instruction should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abdominal injection site minimizes complications.
Question 2 of 5
Two days after surgery, a male client experiences incisional pain while dangling his feet at the bedside and he refuses to ambulate as prescribed. The nurse establishes a problem of 'Activity Intolerance related to pain.' Based on this problem, which outcome statement is best for the nurse to include in this client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ambulation promotes recovery.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is interviewing a client with lower abdominal pain and dysuria, and needs to question the client about sexual activity. Which approach is best for the nurse to use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Less sensitive questions build rapport.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client how to self-administer low-molecular-weight heparin subcutaneously. Which instruction should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abdominal injection site minimizes complications.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse observes a decrease in a client's level of consciousness. Which vital sign should the nurse obtain first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Respiratory rate reflects brain oxygenation.