HESI RN
HESI RN Exit Exam Capstone Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about postoperative care following a total knee arthroplasty. What instruction should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Continuous passive motion therapy helps maintain mobility and prevent stiffness postoperatively.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client post-surgery with an order to ambulate the client every 2 hours. Which of the following tasks could be safely delegated to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assisting with ambulation is a task that can be safely delegated to a UAP, as it does not involve clinical judgment.
Question 3 of 5
A client asks the nurse to call the police and states: 'I need to report that I am being abused by a nurse.' The nurse should first
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse should first gather more details to better understand the situation before proceeding with documentation or reporting.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse observes that a client's wrist restraint is secured to the side rail of the bed. What action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restraints should always be secured to the bedframe, not the side rails, to prevent injury to the client in case the bed is adjusted.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is administering an intradermal injection for a tuberculosis skin test. Which technique should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An intradermal injection for a tuberculosis skin test should be administered using a 27-gauge needle at a 15-degree angle. This technique ensures that the medication is delivered into the dermis layer of the skin.
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