HESI RN
HESI RN Medical Surgical Exam I Questions
Extract:
Nurse's Notes
History and Physical
Orders
Vital Signs
Laboratory Results
Day 2, 0730:
Tolerated the surgical procedure well and has been stable since surgery.
Day 3, 0700:
Client is postoperative below-the-knee amputation of the right leg, sitting up with the right residual limb hanging off the bed. Morphine on demand in the left hand area; there is no redness or drainage at the site, with 50 mL per hour infusing. Assessment.
Exhibits
Data is evaluated to determine possible condition and appropriate interventions. 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 to address that condition, and two parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client’s progress.
Question 1 of 5
Data is evaluated to determine possible condition and appropriate interventions. 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 to address that condition, and two parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client's progress.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Condition: Postoperative infection (
C). Actions: Administer antibiotics (
C), culture wound drainage (
A). Parameters: Temperature (
B), white blood cell count (
C).
Rationale: Elevated WBC and temperature suggest infection, requiring antibiotics and monitoring.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A client who suffered an electrical injury with the entrance site on the left hand and the exit site on the left foot is admitted to the burn unit. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to include in this client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Continuous cardiac monitoring is crucial due to the risk of arrhythmias from electrical injuries.
Question 3 of 5
A client with Addison's disease started taking hydrocortisone in a divided daily dose last week. It is most important for the nurse to monitor which serum laboratory value?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Glucose levels are crucial to monitor in clients with Addison's disease on hydrocortisone therapy. Hydrocortisone can affect glucose metabolism, potentially leading to hyperglycemia. Monitoring glucose levels helps ensure that the client's blood sugar remains within a safe range and allows for timely intervention if necessary.
Question 4 of 5
A client is recovering from the surgical removal of glass in the right eye. Which intervention should the nurse implement immediately following the procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Providing an eye shield to be worn while sleeping protects the operated eye from injury, promoting healing.
Question 5 of 5
When teaching a client with Parkinson's disease, which rationale for the prescription of carbidopa-levodopa should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Carbidopa-levodopa increases dopamine availability, improving muscle function in Parkinson's disease.