HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals with NGN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A healthcare organization requires nurses to chart by exception. Which assessment should the nurse document?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diminished lung sounds indicate abnormality.
Question 2 of 5
The healthcare provider prescribes streptomycin 200 mg IM every 12 hours. The vial is labeled, 'Streptomycin 1 gram/2.5 mL.' How many milliliters should the nurse administer? (Enter numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the nearest tenth.)
Correct Answer: 0.5
Rationale: 200 mg = 0.5 mL from 1 g/2.5 mL vial.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse notices a client grimacing while moving from the bed to a chair, but when asked about the pain the client denies having any pain. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking clarifies pain denial discrepancy.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse observes a practical nurse (PN) performing oral care on an unconscious client. Which action by the PN indicates to the nurse the need for additional training?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Supine position risks aspiration.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to give an emergency sedative injection to an agitated client. Which action by the nurse comprises a tort?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Unordered restraints constitute false imprisonment.