HESI RN
RN HESI Fundamentals Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 30-year-old male client tells the nurse that about half of his diet comes from eating meat and eggs. What instruction should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fruits and vegetables balance high-protein diet.
Question 2 of 5
A client who is receiving antineoplastic chemotherapy has lost 25% of total body weight and is having difficulty eating because of stomatitis. In planning care for this client, which diet should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pureed diet is easier to swallow with stomatitis.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for an older adult who needs to limit sodium intake. Which food should the nurse encourage the client to avoid?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cottage cheese is high in sodium.
Question 4 of 5
When conducting diet teaching for a client diagnosed with hypokalemia, which foods should the nurse encourage the client to eat?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Potatoes, bananas, oranges boost potassium.
Question 5 of 5
A female client with hemorrhoids tells the nurse that she understands the need to avoid eating nuts and seeds to prevent inflammation. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High-fiber foods like nuts aid hemorrhoid management.