HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals of Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A male client with a nasogastric tube connected to low intermittent suction tells the nurse that his mouth is very dry. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Toothettes safely moisten mouth.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
The nurse observes an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) feeding a client who had a cerebral vascular accident (CVA) and is at risk for aspiration. Which action by the UAP should the nurse recognize indicates the need for additional teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rest reduces alertness, increasing aspiration risk.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse administers morphine to a client for chest pain who also has obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement before leaving the client alone?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: CPAP maintains airway in OSA.
Question 5 of 5
After an intravenous antibiotic is started, the nurse determines that the medication is not prescribed for the client and stops the infusion. Which action should the nurse implement next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Notifying provider addresses error promptly.