HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals of Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client's wife has just learned that her husband is terminally ill. She is sitting in the corner of the client's room crying, and says to the nurse, 'I feel as if I'm already so alone.' Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Encouraging sharing supports coping.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse observes a decrease in a client's level of consciousness. Which vital sign should the nurse obtain first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Respiratory rate reflects brain oxygenation.
Question 3 of 5
Prior to initiating digital removal of a fecal impaction, it is most important for the nurse to perform which client assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vital signs detect vagal stimulation.
Question 4 of 5
A client is admitted with pneumonia and has a recent history of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The client is placed in isolation. While caring for the client, which item should the nurse place in a designated biohazard bag before it is removed from the room?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mask and gown are contaminated.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse observes the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) securing a client’s wrist restraints to the bedside rails. Which action is most important for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Demonstrating correct technique prevents injury.