HESI RN
HESI RN Exit Exam Capstone Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client with pneumonia is prescribed antibiotics. What is the most important teaching point for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antibiotics must be taken for the entire prescribed duration to ensure that the infection is completely eradicated. Stopping antibiotics early, even if symptoms improve, can lead to a recurrence of the infection or antibiotic resistance.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a chest tube following lung surgery. What is the most important intervention to ensure the chest tube functions properly?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Keeping the chest tube drainage system below chest level ensures that gravity assists with drainage and prevents fluid or air from flowing back into the pleural space, which could compromise lung function.
Question 3 of 5
A client with psoriasis is prescribed topical corticosteroids. What side effect should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Topical corticosteroids can cause skin thinning and increased redness if overused. The nurse should monitor for these side effects, especially in long-term use.
Question 4 of 5
A client who had a vasectomy is in the post recovery unit at an outpatient clinic. Which of these points is most important to be reinforced by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: It is important to use contraception until sperm is confirmed absent in the ejaculate.
Question 5 of 5
A client is admitted with pneumonia and is started on antibiotics. After 3 days, the client reports difficulty breathing and a rash. What is the nurse's first action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The client's difficulty breathing and rash suggest a possible allergic reaction to the antibiotic. The nurse should immediately discontinue the antibiotic to prevent further exposure and then assess the client and notify the healthcare provider.
Similar Questions
Join Our Community Today!
Join Over 10,000+ nursing students using Nurselytic. Access Comprehensive study Guides curriculum for HESI-RN and 3000+ practice questions to help you pass your HESI-RN exam.
Subscribe for Unlimited Access