HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals with NGN Questions
Question 1 of 5
A child has experienced several episodes of vomiting. After the nurse reviews the need to provide only clear liquids, the parent of the child reports making clear liquid popsicles out of flavored gelatin for the child. Which information should the nurse obtain about the popsicles?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pulp or fruit in popsicles is not suitable for a clear liquid diet.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with type 2 diabetes mellitus who had surgery for a large bowel resection with a colostomy placement. The client has now developed hyperglycemia which require self injections of insulin after discharge. When designing the postoperative plan of care, which outcome statement should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Adherence to insulin regimen manages hyperglycemia.
Question 3 of 5
A 16-year-old emancipated client is being seen in the emergency department following a minor automobile accident. The client's parents arrive and are asking questions about the client's laboratory results. Which response is best for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Emancipated minors have confidentiality rights.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of neuropathy who reports increasing numbness and tingling in the lower extremities. Which problem should the nurse determine is the priority for promoting foot care at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Numbness increases risk of skin breakdown.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse enters a client's room to perform a physical assessment and finds the client crying. Which response is best for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Empathetic touch and dialogue support emotional needs.