HESI RN
HESI RN Fundamentals Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
The client had a large, loose stool.
Vital signs: Temperature 98.7°F (37°C) orally. Heart rate 73 beats/minute.
Blood pressure 144/82 mm Hg. The client had a large, loose stool. The client had a large, loose stool.
Place the client on contact precautions.
Question 1 of 5
Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices area to specify which condition the client is most likely experiencing, two actions the nurse should take, and two parameters to assess the client’s progress.
Correct Answer:
Rationale: Secretory diarrhea fits; stool culture and NPO address infection; heart rate and potassium monitor dehydration.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse attaches a pulse oximeter to a client’s finger and obtains an oxygen saturation reading of 91%. Which assessment finding most likely contributes to this reading?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Edema distorts oximeter readings.
Question 3 of 5
A 45-year-old client with breast cancer which has metastasized is receiving hospice care. The client is at home and the family is concerned about their loved one. The nurse assesses the client. Which of the following signs indicate that the client is near death?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Muscle tone, breathing, and secretions indicate nearing death.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing error prevention techniques that would have helped to avoid a medication error. Which technique is most effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Identifiers prevent misidentification.
Question 5 of 5
A client voided clear, yellow urine.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clear, yellow urine indicates hydration.