HESI RN
HESI Med Surg Hematological system Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient's blood pressure (BP) reading is 142/91 mm Hg. How would the nurse classify the BP?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A BP of 142/91 mm Hg is classified as stage 1 hypertension, with systolic 140-159 mm Hg or diastolic 90-99 mm Hg.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse provides education to a patient about the symptoms of uncontrolled hypertension. Which symptom would the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Fatigue, dizziness, and palpitations are symptoms of uncontrolled hypertension due to cardiovascular strain and vascular effects; cluster headaches are not directly related.
Question 3 of 5
Which goal is a primary objective for a patient who has chronic heart failure (HF)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Maximizing cardiac output is a primary goal for patients with chronic heart failure (HF) because it helps improve tissue perfusion and oxygen delivery to meet the body's demands. It is a crucial aspect of managing heart failure and preventing further complications.
Question 4 of 5
The blood pressure (BP) of a 71-year-old patient admitted with pneumonia is 160/70 mm Hg. Which age-related change contributes to this finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Loss of elasticity in arterial vessels due to aging causes increased systolic blood pressure, as seen in the 160/70 mm Hg reading.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse provides education to a patient with thrombocytopenia about precautions to be taken at home. The nurse identifies that further teaching is needed when the patient performs which action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alcohol-based mouthwash can cause mucosal irritation and bleeding, inappropriate for thrombocytopenia, suggesting further education is needed.