HESI RN
HESI Leadership RN Samuel Merit Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 5-year-old boy with mumps is being transferred to the pediatric unit. Which nursing intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Initiating droplet precautions with an isolation cart prevents mumps transmission, a priority for infection control.
Question 2 of 5
A newly hired unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) expresses fear to the charge nurse about collecting a sputum specimen from a client who is HIV positive. Which action should the charge nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Determining the UAP's knowledge about HIV transmission is the first action to address their fear, identify misconceptions, and provide targeted education.
Question 3 of 5
The practical nurse (PN) is visiting a client who has stage four colon cancer and is receiving palliative home care. The client refuses to eat and sleeps most of the day. Which intervention should the nurse ask the PN to ensure the family is providing the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Keeping mucous membranes moist prevents discomfort and complications, a priority in palliative care.
Question 4 of 5
The healthcare provider prescribes an oral medication to be given daily for 3 days. However, the medication was also given on the fourth day. Which intervention is most important for the charge nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting the error ensures proper documentation and follow-up for client safety.
Question 5 of 5
The healthcare provider discusses with a male client the need for a cardiac catheterization, describes the risks and benefits of the procedure, and asks the nurse to have the client sign the consent form. When the nurse presents the consent form for signature, the client hesitates and asks the nurse how the wires will keep his heart going. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Notifying the provider ensures the client's misunderstanding is addressed for valid informed consent.