HESI RN
Community Health HESI Questions
Question 1 of 9
A client with a history of diabetes mellitus is admitted with hypoglycemia. Which finding requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tremors can indicate severe hypoglycemia, which requires immediate intervention to prevent complications.
Question 2 of 9
A community health nurse is helping a group of nursing students plan a tertiary prevention program for a local community clinic that serves a majority Hispanic population. Which service project meets the requirement of a tertiary prevention program and would best serve this population?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tertiary prevention focuses on managing and improving health outcomes for existing conditions, such as diabetes.
Question 3 of 9
The nurse notices that the influenza immunization rate is much lower for certain demographic groups than for others. Which intervention is likely to be most useful in increasing the rates of immunization in the underserved community groups?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Conveniently located clinics in target neighborhoods increase accessibility and are likely to boost immunization rates.
Question 4 of 9
During a home visit, the nurse observes that an elderly client has a cluttered living environment and poor lighting. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing the client's risk for falls is crucial as a cluttered environment and poor lighting increase the likelihood of falls.
Question 5 of 9
A client with hyperthyroidism is receiving radioactive iodine therapy. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is 'D.' The client stating 'I may experience some neck swelling' does not indicate a need for further teaching since neck swelling is an expected side effect of radioactive iodine therapy. Choices A and B are correct statements as the client should avoid close contact with pregnant women and children for a few days due to radiation exposure, and dry mouth and taste changes are common side effects. Choice C is redundant with choice D, making D the correct answer.
Question 6 of 9
The nurse is providing care for a client with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). Which assessment finding requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A serum sodium level of 130 mEq/L indicates hyponatremia, which requires immediate intervention in a client with SIADH.
Question 7 of 9
The nurse is preparing a presentation on sexually transmitted infections (STIs) for a group of high school students. Which strategy is most effective for this age group?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Facilitating a discussion allows students to ask questions, share experiences, and engage with the topic in a meaningful way.
Question 8 of 9
An older adult client visits the community health clinic and reports the onset of pain, redness, and swelling of the right eye. Which question is most important for the clinic nurse to ask the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: New medications can have side effects that include eye issues, so it is important to determine if there is a link.
Question 9 of 9
Which annual screening should the nurse include when planning eye health programs at a preschool?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Screening for visual acuity helps identify children who may need corrective lenses or other interventions.